Accountant Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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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Grants Accountant

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government! ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY.THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL...

Senior Accountant (Accountant 4) - 22985

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Enters journal entries accurately into the Costpoint Accounting System. Provide back-up month-end support for duties assigned to other accountants as needed....

Grants Accountant

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 2 days ago

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and three (3) years of related work experience, preferably in a government accounting setting; or equivalent combination of education and...

Senior Accountant

  • Vienna, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Experienced in AP, AR, Reconciliations, payroll Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entries and reconciliations....

Full Time Accountant

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 3 days ago

This is a full time position. Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs, exceeding their expectations, and making every shopping visit a...

Senior Accountant, General Ledger (Hybrid)

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Perform flux analysis on FX gain/loss on a monthly and quarterly basis. Liaise with IC Billing Department to resolve Intercompany balances....

Accountant - Operational Finance

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field required, with 3 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience Excellent...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Point of Rocks, MD (16 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Point of Rocks, MD (16 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Prepares and inputs journal entries in the normal course of business operations....

Project Accountant - Remote, US (Mountain and Pacific time zones)

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Short Description Bowman has an opportunity for a Project Accountant to join our team remotely (Mountain or Pacific time zones preferred)....

Remote Work

Principal Revenue Accountant

  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Prepare recurring and period-end journal entries and revenue analysis, including Lessor accounting....

Senior Property Accountant - Multi-Family Property Management

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Senior Property Accountant - Multi-Family Property Management OVERVIEW The Senior Property Accountant is responsible for maintaining the financial records for a large portfolio of multi-family properties...

Accountant

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Responsible for all general ledger accounting functions related to practice research to include monthly journal entries, account reconciliations and summary financial reporting....

AP / Staff Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Kforce has a client in Rockville, MD that is seeking an AP/Staff Accountant....

Senior Cost Accountant

  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Prepare journal entries, reserve entries and perform inventory account reconciliations. • Support annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting for the manufacturing operations groups. • Assist with...

Accountant

  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience Proficient in Excel skills, with advanced knowledge of Formulas and Functions Must have knowledge of the Credit...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Leesburg, VA 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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