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Accountant
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What they do
An Accountant organizes and maintains financial records and prepares financial statements for companies and organizations. Works as a public accountant (prepares financial documents where public disclosure is required by law, such as business balance sheets and tax returns), management accountant (prepares financial information for internal use by a company) or government accountant (maintains records for government agencies).
$77,603 / year median in Pennsylvania
-11% projected decline
Job Description
Minimum Experience and Training:
- A minimum of an Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field.
- A minimum of 5+ years of experience required.
Leadership:
demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.Planning:
ability to think ahead and plan both in short-term and long-term time spans.Management:
ability to independently organize and manage multiple priorities.- Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to prepare written reports and letters that are well organized, read easily, and clearly communicate the objectives of the documents.
- Knowledge and utilization of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Quickbooks.
Pay:
$49,300.00 - $66,700.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance