Accountant Jobs in Sugar Land, 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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Accountant

  • Houston, TX (11 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (11 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

A private Single-Family Office (SFO) in the Galleria area seeks an Accountant to prepare and review financial statements, process accounts payable, bookkeeping, and other financial transactions....

Accountant

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 9 hours ago

A client in Houston has 1 opening for a skilled Accountant to join their team....

Accountant

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 11 hours ago

We are looking for the right people people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop...

Regulatory Accountant - Houston, Texas

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 20 hours ago

Your responsibilities will include ensuring accurate filings, reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, collaborating with agencies, and developing reporting tools....

Accountant - Houston, TX or Sunnyvale, CA

  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cypress, TX (23 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

Documents, creates, and posts journal entries. Manages accruals to accurately reflect obligations monthly....

Staff Accountant

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

We are currently seeking a Staff Accountant to work under the guidance of a Senior Accountant and Accounting Management to prepare and report financial statements that conform to accounting principles...

Senior Accountant - Inventory/Cost

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 21 hours ago

We are on a journey of continuous growth - now looking for our next star - a passionate Senior Accountant Inventory/Cost....

Senior Accountant - Operations Accounting

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

entries, as needed;Review and approve invoices for appropriate GL coding, authorization, and payment;Calculate and record clinic-level bonuses;Prepare and record expense allocation journal entries;...

Accountant I/II - Regulated Revenue

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

As an Accountant II, you will interpret and compile financial information for management decision-making under a moderate level of guidance and direction....

A/P Accountant

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Our client, a leading company in the oil and gas industry, is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable (AP) Accountant to join their accounting team....

Staff Accountant

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Support in month-end close by preparing Supply Chain Accrual, Property Tax Accrual, Prepaid Insurance amortization and various Journal Entries by established deadlines for the function Perform account...

ACCOUNTANT II - Texas Correctional Industries

  • Rosharon, TX (19 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rosharon, TX (19 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

POSTED: 03-11-2025 CLOSES: 03-20-2025 JOB POSTING NO: 024399R1 PAYROLL TITLE: ACCOUNTANT II EXTENDED TITLE: Texas Correctional Industries SALARY: GR....

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Job Purpose The Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting will support the preparation of quarterly and annual financial statements and related disclosures, and any other ad-hoc reporting...

Staff Accountant

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago

The Staff Accountant will play a vital role in the daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting....

HRO TotalSource: CPA Centric

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 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?...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Sugar Land, TX

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Sugar Land, 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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