Accountant Jobs in Harrison Township, MI

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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Senior Audit Accountant - Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 19 hours ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field. Requires at 1-3 years of accounting related experience....

Payroll Tax Accountant & Tax Administrator

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 1 day ago

entries Review and approve final tax filings, to include 941s and W-2s Lead all special projects and research related to payroll tax compliance Manage relationship with 3rd party tax vendor Manage...

Senior Inventory Accountant

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 2 days ago

What you'll do Work closely with the Inventory and Revenue Accounting teams to record monthly journal entries associated with StockX inventory transactions Prepare and maintain monthly inventory account...

Staff Accountant

  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (23 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomfield Hills, MI (23 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities & Duties - Enter journal entries to the general ledger. Perform all month-end duties including account/bank reconciliations and entries....

Staff Accountant

  • Bingham Farms, MI (23 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bingham Farms, MI (23 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 2 days ago

Staff Accountant in BINGHAM FARMS , Michigan Job description Job Description: We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join our Mult-Family Accounting team....

Accountant I

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Functions Prepare journal entries on a monthly basis. Prepare monthly financial reports and invoices for various programs/funds. Assist in month- and year-end closings....

Supervisory Accountant IV (OCFO)

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of fixed asset accountants and support staff....

Staff Accountant

  • Troy, MI (16 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Troy, MI (16 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 6 days ago

entries, analyzes and reconciles general ledger, and explains variances Completes monthly balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis Ensures financial transactions are accurately reported...

Supervisory Accountant IV (OCFO)

  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (21 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 6 days ago

Team Leadership : Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of fixed asset accountants and support staff....

Sr Accountant (Revenue)

  • Rochester, MI (19 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rochester, MI (19 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description The Senior Accountant will support the Global revenue accounting function within the Life Sciences Solutions Group (LSG...

Office Manager/Pupil Accountant

  • Southfield, MI (24 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Southfield, MI (24 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Office Manger/Pupil Accountant At Bradford Academy, the top priority will always remain the same - the students....

Accountant lll

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 10 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Lakeshore Office - Detroit, MI Salary Range : $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/year Job Category : Accounting Description Qualifications

Non Profit Accountant Contractual

  • Warren, MI (9 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Warren, MI (9 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 11 days ago

Leaps & Bounds Family Services/Pov & Soc Reform Non Profit Accountant Contractual in Warren , Michigan Work in tandem with accounting assistant to oversee general ledger transactions; review general...

Investment Accountant Senior Analyst

  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Detroit, MI (20 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 12 days ago

Job Description The Investment Accounting Senior Analyst is responsible for the accounting and reporting for a global insurance company's invested asset. These assets total over $330 billion and...

Regional Tax Accountant

  • Auburn Hills, MI (24 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (24 miles from Harrison Township, MI)
  • 12 days ago

As a successful family-owned company on a path to global growth, the Brose Group offers challenging responsibilities and exciting career opportunities to performance-driven, skilled specialists...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Harrison Township, MI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Harrison Township, MI 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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