Accountant Jobs in Nassau, 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/Controller

  • Menands, NY (12 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Menands, NY (12 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

QUALIFICATIONS Associates or Bachelors Degree in accounting or a related field preferred....

Accountant 2 - AS:FY2425:DOH01:24977

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 20 hours ago

Accountant 2 - AS:FY2425:DOH01:24977 Full-time Various Locations - Albany, NY Accountant 2 Job Descriptions:800 North Pearl Act as Team leader to provide guidance, instruction, training to Provider...

Accountant Aide, SG-13

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 23 hours ago

NY HELP Yes Agency Financial Services, Department of Title Accountant Aide, SG-13 Occupational Category Financial, Accounting, Auditing Salary Grade 13 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific...

Practice Accountant

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Requirements/Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting; Public or private accounting experience for a large organization is a plus; Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills; Knowledge...

Tax Accountant

  • Pittsfield, MA (16 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsfield, MA (16 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 1 day 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, Accountant Trainee 1 (NY HELPS), Box CFO-748/44222

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Eligible List Appointment to Accountant Trainee 1: Candidates who are reachable on the Professional Career Opportunities (PCO) Select Titles eligible list for Accountant Trainee 1 may be considered...

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Accountant

  • Voorheesville, NY (20 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Voorheesville, NY (20 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Assist with the month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and managing accruals....

Accountant 1 (4 POS)

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 5 days ago

17039Albany, NY 12229Accountant 1 (4 POS)DOEContractOPEN Subject=IIT Career Site/Resume for JobID=17039 (Accountant 1 (4 POS)) in Albany NY 12229 (AKU) Estimated Length: 24 months 8:00am - 4:00pm Requirements...

Accountant - REMOTE

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 5 days ago

They will also work with the internal auditing process as it relates to their specific areas of responsibility ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS On a monthly basis, prepare all journal entries and month end reconciliations...

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Staff Accountant

  • Nassau, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Nassau, NY
  • 6 days ago

Your responsibilities will include: Daily and month end accounting work; bank reconciliations, journal entries, etc....

Senior Accountant or Accountant Trainee 1 or 2 (NY HELPS)

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 6 days ago

NY HELP Yes Agency Temporary and Disability Assistance, Office of Title Senior Accountant or Accountant Trainee 1 or 2 (NY HELPS) Occupational Category Financial, Accounting, Auditing Salary Grade 18...

Sr Sales Account Manager - CPA Centric

  • Hudson, NY (21 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hudson, NY (21 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Overview Selling Company's products and services by developing new clients and increasing the client base to increase profits in the Core Sales, Human Resources Services Sales, Major Market Sales,...

Staff Accountant

  • Chatham, NY (13 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chatham, NY (13 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Assists in the completion of accurate and timely month-end Asset Listings Prepares month-end journal entries as needed....

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Staff Accountant

  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Albany, NY (18 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 7 days ago

REQUIREMENTS Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; or equivalent combination of education and experience required A minimum of 7 years progressive accounting experience...

Senior Accountant/Senior Accountant Trainee 1/2 (NY HELPS)

  • Rensselaer, NY (8 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rensselaer, NY (8 miles from Nassau, NY)
  • 7 days ago

For Accountant Trainee 2 (equated to SG-16), you must also have: Either 1....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Nassau, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Nassau, 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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