Accounting Principal Jobs

An Accounting Principal plays a crucial role in the accounting industry by overseeing the accounting operations of a business. They are responsible for managing accountants, ensuring compliance with regulations, and making sure that financial reports are accurate and timely. This role requires proficiency in managing financial data, budgeting, forecasting, and auditing. Furthermore, an Accounting Principal is expected to be skilled in using accounting software and have an in-depth understanding of accounting standards and principles. They also need to have excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Before becoming an Accounting Principal, a person may hold roles such as an Accountant, Senior Accountant, or Accounting Manager. These experiences help them develop their skill set and prepare them for more responsibilities. To qualify as an Accounting Principal, a person typically needs to have a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, although many employers prefer individuals with a master's degree. Additionally, certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) can be beneficial and sometimes required to showcase one's expertise and credibility in the field.

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4c of Alameda County

Manager - Accounting

  • Hayward, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 7 days ago

Community Child Care Council (4Cs) of Alameda County is a nonprofit organization serving families and child care providers in Alameda County. 4Cs of Alameda County exists to develop and coordinate...

McMillen

Cost Estimator

Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! McMillen, Inc. is seeking an experienced estimator with a minimum of 10 years of experience in related construction fields. This...

Franchise Audit Specialist

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 26 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 26 days ago

Franchise Audit Specialist Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Set the standard. As a Franchise Audit Specialist, youll ensure consistency across Ulines North...

Manager, Accounting

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities: Oversee monthly closes process Prepare internal & external financial statements and variance analysis Prepare regulatory filings (FOCUS reports, SIPC reports, etc.)...

Associate Material Cost Estimator

  • Reston, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Description The Global Supply Chain team at Leidos currently has an opening for an Associate Material Cost Estimator to work in our Reston, VA office as part of the Supply Chain Proposal Strategy...

Principal Financial Analyst

  • Mountain View, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Overview The Accelerating Functions finance team at Intuit is responsible for the overall process and consolidation of key business results across our Accelerating Functions, which includes...

Manager, Accounting

  • Westlake, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Westlake, TX
  • 6 hours ago

entries during the month-end close....

Partner Success Manager, Accounting

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago

About Rippling Rippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance. It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company, like payroll, expenses,...

Remote Work

Cost Estimator-Remote

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 8 hours ago

System One is seeking to hire Cost Estimator for a long-term contract opportunity, with a remote work model. The Cost Estimator will support the cost tracking, status reporting, performance...

Remote Work

Manager of Accounting

  • AL
  • 9 hours ago
  • AL
  • 9 hours ago

Youll lead a team of professionals, manage the month-end close process, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure financial data integrity and operational success....

Billing Audit Specialist

  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Alpharetta, GA
  • 14 hours ago

Billing Audit Specialist POSTED: APRIL 10, 2025 LOCATION: ALPHARETTA GEORGIA POSITION ID: #248005 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: CONTRACT Billing Audit Specialist A well-established organization is seeking a...

Cost Estimator

  • Stockton, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Estimator Location: Stockton, CA Pay: DOE Job Overview: We are looking for a detail-oriented Estimator to calculate material and labor costs, prepare accurate quotes, and collaborate with the...

Financial Manager (Benefits & Compensation)

  • Fulton, MD
  • 17 hours ago
  • Fulton, MD
  • 17 hours ago

Description Are you ready to apply your analytical expertise to help shape the future of benefits at a leading research institution? Do you have a keen interest in understanding how changes in the...

Assurance Experienced Manager, Accounting Advisory & Outsourcing

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 hours ago

Performs complete general ledger reconciliation including the entire balance sheet and applies accounting knowledge by properly recording transactions in a general ledger; creates accounting records...

Manager, Accounting Advisory and Outsourcing

  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 18 hours ago

Performs complete general ledger reconciliation including the entire balance sheet and applies accounting knowledge by properly recording transactions in a general ledger; creates accounting records...

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Highest Education Level

Accounting Principals offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
38.3%
Associate's Degree
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
High School or GED
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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