Accountant Jobs in Woodbury, 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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Alliance Animal Health

Staff Accountant

Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our dynamic accounting team....

HRO TotalSource Accountant Specialist

  • Stamford, CT (16 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (16 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 14 days ago

ADP is hiring an Accountant Channel Sales Representative. Do you thrive on networking to gain business and the opportunity to sell industry-leading solutions?...

Senior Accountant

  • Harrison, NY (17 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Harrison, NY (17 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Senior Accountant is responsible for the coordination and execution of daily accounting journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and monthly accounting close...

Senior Accountant

  • Melville, NY (4 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY (4 miles from Woodbury, 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 (1 mile from Woodbury, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Syosset, NY (1 mile from Woodbury, 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...

Staff Accountant

  • Woodside, NY (23 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodside, NY (23 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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Opportunity for licensed NY CPA seeking to expand practice

  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (19 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a professional for an eventual ownership opportunity. The CPA firm currently has a portfolio of small business clients that require a range of services. The retiring CPA plans to...

Revenue Accountant

  • White Plains, NY (21 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (21 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) is seeking a detail-oriented Revenue Accountant to join our team at our headquarters in White Plains, NY....

Staff Accountant

  • Yonkers, NY (23 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (23 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Completion of other tasks as requested Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Accounting or Nonprofit Business Management 02 years of accounting experience (Recent grads welcome to apply!)...

Small CPA firm seeking Admin/Receptionist - Part to full time

  • New Hyde Park, NY (12 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Hyde Park, NY (12 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Answering Telephones, Making Appointments Filing / Pulling Files / Organizing Greeting & Checking In Clients Follow Up / Reminder Calls to clients Accept various payments including CC Payments...

Senior Accountant

  • Purchase, NY (19 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Purchase, NY (19 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary The Senior Accountant is responsible for the coordination and execution of daily accounting journal entries, reconciliations, financial reporting, and monthly accounting close...

Senior Accountant

  • Yonkers, NY (23 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (23 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: · Bachelor degree in accounting from an accredited four-year college or university · CPA or MBA a plus · 3-5 years of related experience with property...

Senior Accountant Needed...

  • Smithtown, NY (13 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithtown, NY (13 miles from Woodbury, 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....

Accountant Staff

  • Long Island City, NY (24 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (24 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Accountant Staff (Corporate Accounting) Position Summary The Accountant Staff (Corporate Accounting) is responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of assigned journal entries and account reconciliations...

Staff Accountant

  • Hauppauge, NY (15 miles from Woodbury, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (15 miles from Woodbury, 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...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Woodbury, NY

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Woodbury, 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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