Accountant Jobs in Brentwood, NY

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 Accountant - Immediate Hire

  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

Review and analyze work orders Conduct in-depth general ledger account reviews Support general accounting functions, including sub-ledger reconciliations, journal entries, balance sheets, cost allocations...

Temporary Senior Accountant - Manufacturing Experience (Hybrid Schedule), Melville, NY

  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 1 day ago

entries and accruals during the month-end close process to include a reconciliation of the inter-company activity....

Tax Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Accountant Location: Stamford, CT Job Type: Full - Time/ Exempt About the Role: Curaleaf is seeking a high-energy, high-impact Senior Tax Accountant to assist with all tax matters to support the...

Cost Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Vaco Boston has partnered with our client to help fill a perm Cost Accountant role....

Senior Accountant

  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

position Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within the healthcare or long-term care industry Strong knowledge...

Senior Accountant

  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

The Senior accountant shall be responsible for all areas relating to financial and administrative matters at the facility, including all financial reporting, as well as compliance with company policies...

Staff Accountant

  • Smithtown, NY (5 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (5 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Maintain and update accounting records and files Analyze budgets and create expense reports Post transactions and categorize records in the general ledger (e.g. by assets, liabilities, and...

Bilingual Staff Accountant

  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Perform general ledger accounting duties Conduct account analysis and reconciliations Manage month-end close processes, including journal entries and financial statement preparation...

Staff Accountant

  • Long Beach, NY (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Long Beach, NY (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Key Accountabilities/Deliverables: Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries capturing insurance activity (premium, unearned premium, commissions, paid losses and loss adjustment expenses and case...

Staff Accountant

  • Lake Success, NY (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Success, NY (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Description of the role: Main Responsibilities of the role include but not limited to: Preparation of monthly bank reconciliations Assist in monthly preparation of royalty packages, journal entries...

Staff Accountant

  • Old Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Old Greenwich, CT (24 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a forward-thinking, hardworking Staff Accountant to join our global finance team....

Family Office Accountant

  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Melville, NY (7 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Summary: Fast-paced and rapidly growing wealth management firm is seeking a Family Office Accountant....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Jericho, NY (15 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jericho, NY (15 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Summary:As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will develop and maintain solid client relationships while working on challenging assignments....

Senior Accountant - Remote

  • Holbrook, NY (9 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Holbrook, NY (9 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Basic Qualifications: A Bachelors degree in Accounting is required....

Accountant

  • Westbury, NY (17 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Westbury, NY (17 miles from Brentwood, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Prepares monthly fiscal reports and all supporting schedules to reflect financial status of assigned business entities in a timely manner Prepares and records asset, liability, revenue, and expense journal...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Brentwood, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Brentwood, NY 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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