Accountant Jobs in Lake Mills, WI

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

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 4 hours ago

Description: The client is seeking an advanced accountant to support the program with the ongoing collection and maintenance of profit and loss statements and set aside funds....

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Senior Audit Accountant - Manufacturing, Retail and Distribution

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related field. Requires at 1-3 years of accounting related experience....

Senior Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Maintaining and executing journal entries and other essential accounting records. Applying a strong understanding of insurance accounting practices, such as premium earning and loss recognition....

Accountant - REMOTE

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 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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Revenue Accountant L3

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 11 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 11 days ago

What you'll be doing ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES A leader and decision-maker in the month-end close process including journal entries for multiple entities, account reconciliations and fluctuation...

Team Lead Tax Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 15 days ago

This role mentors and develops individual contributing tax accountants....

Senior Accountant, Tax

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 17 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 17 days ago

degree in accounting or an equivalent combination of education and experience CPA, or progress towards obtaining, preferred 2-3+ years of experience Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively...

Senior Bank Reconciliation Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 19 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 19 days ago

Specifically, the Senior BankReconciliation Accountant will provide highly specialized accountreconciliation services to the BRCE....

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Staff Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 20 days ago

The Staff Accountant providesspecialized services in processing journal entries, accounting orsimilar financial activities for a department or business unit....

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GOS Client Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 20 days ago

Cushman & Wakefield GOS Client Accountant in Madison , Wisconsin Job Title GOS Client Accountant Job Description Summary The Accountant provides the primary accounting, bill payment/processing, financial...

GOS Senior Client Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 26 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 26 days ago

Cushman & Wakefield GOS Senior Client Accountant in Madison , Wisconsin Job Title GOS Senior Client Accountant Job Description Summary The Senior Accountant provides oversight and direction regarding...

Sr Project Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 29 days ago

Were looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers...

EB-5 Fund Accountant/Administrator

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

TheEB-5 Fund Accountant will be responsible for maintaining the financialintegrity of our EB-5 funds by performing accounting and financialreporting functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supportingaudits...

Post-Award Accountant

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a Post-Award Accountant to join our friendly, supportive and dynamic team and provide post-award grants administration support to faculty, researchers...

Rebate Accountant II (Hybrid)

  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI (24 miles from Lake Mills, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Navitus Health Solutions is seeking a Rebate Accountant II to join our team! The position of Rebate Accountant II acts as a Financial Analysis Accountant for Navitus Accounting Department....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Lake Mills, WI

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Lake Mills, WI 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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