Accountant Jobs in Hauppauge, 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

  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago

In this role, the Senior Accountant will be responsible for tax preparation and compliance for a variety of individual, corporate and partnership entities....

Senior Accountant - Audit

  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 1 day ago

in NEW YORK STATE Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree - Accounting CPA License (New York State) 10+ years of recent CPA firm experience Proficient in QuickBooks and Ultra Tax Excellent understanding...

Senior Accountant Needed...

  • Smithtown, NY (4 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (4 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Senior accountants will be supported by admin professionals and Junior Accountants. Qualifications: 3-5 years of experience in a public accounting firm or tax preparation firm....

Staff Accountant

  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Education and Experience: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. 24 years of accounting experience, with 1+ years of experience in construction estimating or related...

Senior Accountant

  • Bridgeport, CT (24 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (24 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 3 days ago

entries, reconciliations, and account analysis....

Accountant (Temporary)

  • Stony Brook, NY (7 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (7 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Other duties as assigned Skills Accounting Coursework Accounting Credit Card Reconciliations Concur Balance Sheets Income Statements Journal Entries Audit - Internal Accounts Receivable Data Entry Verbal...

Senior Accountant II - HSO

  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 4 days ago

This position is responsible for performing monthly close activities and accounting functions including but not limited to journal entries, preparation of supporting schedules and related data and bank...

Tax Accountant

  • Plainview, NY (15 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (15 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Tax Accountant LOCATION Plainview, NY No Remote TYPE Direct Hire ID NY85-2741457 POSTED Apr 9, 2025 Our client is a Certified Public Accountant based in Long Island....

Senior Fund Accountant

  • Westport, CT (24 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Westport, CT (24 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Senior Fund Accountant Westport, CT Key Responsibilities: Handle day-to-day accounting functions for complex fund structures, including distressed real estate vehicles and affiliated entities....

Experienced Staff Accountant/Staff II - Outsourced Accounting & Finance Services

  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking an Experienced Staff Accountant to join the Outsourced Accounting Team....

Senior Accountant - Outsourced Accounting & Finance Services

  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join the Outsourced Accounting Team....

Senior Portfolio Accountant

  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a Senior Portfolio Accountant to join the Real Estate Systems Implementation Group (RESIG) practice, able to sit in a number of our offices....

Remote Work

Accountant

  • Jericho, NY (19 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Jericho, NY (19 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Kforce has a client that is seeking an Accountant in Jericho, NY.* 4+ years of related accounting/bookkeeping experience working with MRI and/or Yardi software Excellent written and verbal communication...

Staff / Semi-Senior Accountant

  • Garden City, NY (24 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (24 miles from Hauppauge, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Prepare closings and adjusting journal entries Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual workpapers, including balance sheet, profit and loss, cash flow, and statements The Senior Accountant will have...

Senior Accountant

  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities: Senior Accountant will prepare and oversee journal entries, accruals, and postings for monthly close; Perform calculations of provisions Account reconciliations Financial reporting...

Remote Work

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Hauppauge, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Hauppauge, 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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