Accountant Jobs in Bourne, MA

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Staff Accountant - General Ledger

  • Barnstable, MA (15 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Barnstable, MA (15 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

STAFF ACCOUNTANT - General Ledger Under the general supervision of theAssistant Controller, the Staff Accountant is responsible for performinga range of moderate to complex accounting and financial...

Tax Accountant

  • West Wareham, MA (9 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Wareham, MA (9 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Tax Accountant

  • West Dennis, MA (21 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Dennis, MA (21 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Tax Accountant A Top CPA firm in the area is looking to add a Tax Accountant to their team. This stable and growing firm offers their clients valuable knowledge and expertise in tax....

Senior Accountant

  • Middleboro, MA (20 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (20 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Kforce has a client in Middleboro, MA that is seeking a Senior Accountant....

Staff Accountant-Development Accounting Group

  • Plymouth, MA (10 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (10 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 13 days ago

un Staff Accountant-Development Accounting Group The Green Company compensation: 70000-75000 employment type: Overview: This position will report to and work with the Controller for the Company's Development...

Accountant, General Ledger

  • Barnstable, MA (15 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Barnstable, MA (15 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 14 days ago

Under the general supervision of the Assistant Controller, the Staff Accountant is responsible for performing a range of moderate to complex accounting & financial reporting activities to ensure the...

Accountant I

  • Middleboro, MA (20 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Middleboro, MA (20 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 26 days ago

The Accountant I will maintain and manage funds of individuals when SRS is identified as the representative payee....

Senior Accountant

  • Plymouth, MA (10 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (10 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Oversee accounting analysis and reporting for three state grants in MN Manage trial statements for three small legal entities across multiple ERP systems, including journal entries...

Project Accountant

  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 29 days ago
  • Dartmouth, MA (24 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 29 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Project Accountant (PA)....

Remote Work

Sr Accountant & Financial Analyst

  • Plymouth, MA (10 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Plymouth, MA (10 miles from Bourne, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

Physician practice financial accounting or healthcare experience a plus Knowledge of preparation of financial statements and journal entries....

Demographic Data for Bourne, MA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Bourne, MA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Bourne, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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