Accountant Jobs in Plano, TX

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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Contractor Store Support Accountant

  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carrollton, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

timely and accurately, including daily balancing and monthly close responsibilities, account reconciliations, and journal entries....

Accountant, Treasury

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • moments ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • moments ago

This position is responsible for performing various cash, disbursement, and cash accounting activities within the Treasury function. The role is primarily focused on the General Ledger duties of a...

Accountant I, Accounting Services

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

As well as processing journal entries, reconciling transactions, department reconciliation, and analyzing accounting data for reporting purposes....

General Accountant

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Additional Information Entry Level Job Number 24201869 Job Category Finance & Accounting Location The Ritz-Carlton Dallas Las Colinas, 4150 North MacArthur Boulevard, Irving, Texas, United States...

Senior Accountant

  • Lewisville, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lewisville, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Line of Business: Service & SupportPay Range: $93,200.00 $124,259.99 About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America...

Accountant

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 19 hours ago

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field required. 24 years of relevant accounting experience with a strong understanding of GAAP....

Tax Accountant II (TA II), Fiduciary Tax Services (FTS)

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Tax Accountant II (TA II), Fiduciary Tax Services (FTA) - This job is responsible for providing technical fiduciary expertise to Private Bank client teams, focused on differentiating client service...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Overview We have a tremendous opportunity for a Senior Tax Accountant to play a key role on our Small Business Advisory (SBA) team in Dallas, Texas....

Portfolio Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

In addition to monthly financial statements, the Portfolio Accountant will respond to inquiries from on-site staff, owners, co-workers, lenders, and others as well as define problems, collect data,...

Senior Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do Be responsible for the balance sheet and income statement of a group of legal entities, including prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, month-end-close activities...

Staff Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Prepare monthly account reconciliations, including cash for multiple entities Prepare monthly and singular journal entries Responsible for intercompany accounting and reconciliation...

Senior Accountant

  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Line of Business: Service & Support Pay Range: $93,200.00 $124,259.99 About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North...

Senior Accountant

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Actively involved in the monthly/quarterly/annual closing process including the preparation of journal entries and posting into the Oracle general ledger system....

Senior Accountant

  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Role Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close processes. Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger accounts, ensuring compliance with GAAP or IFRS....

Staff Accountant

  • Irving, TX (17 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX (17 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago

The Staff Accountant will be responsible for financial and operational entries, reporting and analytics, mainly for the recycling line of business....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Plano, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Plano, TX 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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