Accountant Job Description Longwood FL

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Common Accountant Job Duties

• Performs accounting services to small businesses, corporations, government agencies or individuals
• Prepares profit and loss statements, monthly closing and cost accounting reports
• Analyzes and reviews budgets and expenditures
• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare general ledger accounts and document monetary transactions
• Creates and reviews budget, revenue, expense, payroll entries, tax returns, invoices and other accounting documents
• Explains accounting policies to staff, vendors or clients
• Recommends, develops and maintains financial data bases
• Resolves accounting discrepancies
• Interacts with internal and external auditors in completing audits

Common Accountant Job Skills

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting and cost control principles
• Strong analytical, problem solving and mathematical skills
• Knowledge of spreadsheet, database, word processing and financial software
• Maintain high levels of confidential information
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Thorough attention to detail

Common Accountant Job Requirements

• 2 years prior experience in some Accounting capacity
• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or equivalent
• Higher level positions may require CPA.
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