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Job Category: Finance POSITION PURPOSE Prepares, analyzes, and reconciles assigned general ledger accounts. ESSENTIAL DUTIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions . 1. Prepares journal entries for all accounts in assigned areas; ensures timeliness, precision and accuracy of resources used in preparing entry. 2. Prepares and reconciles various assigned general ledger accounts; analyzes variances; ensures timeliness and accuracy. 3. Conducts assigned account audits. 4. Reviews balance sheet for accounts in assigned areas; accounts for any irregularities, researches issues, answers questions and communicates any issues to the manager. 5. Collaborates with other finance and other staff to support overall reporting requirements. 6. Works with 3rd party vendors as required. 7. Performs other duties as assigned. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE . Bachelor's degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Accounting, Finance or related field or the equivalent combination of education and experience. No prior experience necessary. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. PREFERRED EDUCATION or EXPERIENCE At least 1 year of related experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. DECISION MAKING Makes limited decisions and determines best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies. Impact of decisions is moderately low. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Able to sit, and use hands over 70% of the time. Able to focus with clear vision at 20 inches or less (computer screen). WORK ENVIRONMENT The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Typically not exposed to extreme environmental conditions. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS None. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONS All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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