Accountant Jobs in New Jersey

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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HFA

Senior Auditor / Senior Accountant

  • HFA
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • HFA
  • Lakewood, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Holman Frenia Allison, PC, Certified Public Accountants and Consultants (HFA), is headquartered in Central New Jersey....

A well-established and highly respected law firm seeks an experienced Tax Accountant to directly support a small team of attorneys to spearhead the preparation and execution of fiduciary tax returns...

CPA District Manager

  • Manasquan, NJ
  • 17 days ago
  • Manasquan, NJ
  • 17 days ago

ADP is hiring a CPA District Manager. The CPA Centric District Manager sells MAS products to new prospects and current clients in the 50-150 employee Company. At ADP we are driven by your success....

HELP in need of accountant ASAP

  • Sicklerville, NJ
  • moments ago
  • Sicklerville, NJ
  • moments ago

un HELP in need of accountant ASAP compensation: Negotiable employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Accountant Looking for a small business accountant for my business to get it back...

Staff Accountant

  • Hillside, NJ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Hillside, NJ
  • 1 hour ago

the Opportunity: Start Date: ASAP Assignment Length: Ongoing (temp to perm possibility) Schedule: Monday to Friday (2 to 3 days a week onsite) Hours: 9am to 5pm Responsibilities: Prepare and post journal...

Accountant

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 3 hours ago

entries and perform bank and GL account reconciliations Assist with the design, execution and improvement of financial controls (e.g., general ledger account reconciliations) and analytical review...

Accountant

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Accountant Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Valley Road Date Available: 07/01/2025 Closing Date: 04/24/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide All Applicants...

Staff Accountant

  • Neptune, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Neptune, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Cross trains with Senior Accountant in payroll monthly journal entries and reconciling monthly reports....

Staff Accountant I

  • Clinton, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clinton, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Position Summary Responsible for the Bank's general accounting functions and preparation of internal management and board reports, as well as SEC Filings. Essential Functions Responsible for the...

Senior/Staff Accountant

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

Senior/Staff Accountant: Job Summary - Vaco has partnered with a Distribution Company and they have an opening for a Senior/Staff Accountant to be the sole accountant on the team handle daily functions...

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Accountant - Princeton, NJ - Part-Time

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Accountant - Princeton NJ - Full-Time

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 9 hours ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 9 hours ago

The Accountant will interact with clients, their staff, Board of Directors, and Finance Committees on a regular basis....

Accountant Senior- Full Time (Harrah's Atlantic City)

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Records daily cash activity, prepares month-end cash journal entries and bank reconciliation of cash accounts as assigned....

Accountant Lead

  • NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Directly supervises accountants while providing direction and leadership Review and approve journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis as part of the monthly and quarterly close Research...

FRA Accountant B7 II - USA

  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • East Hanover, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Responsibilities would also include but not be limited to: Month-end closings, approval of Account Reconciliations, and Journal entries and support the activities of the Associate Director and Director...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in New Jersey 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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