Arlington, VA · On-site
$63K - $83K/yr
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build strong foundational experience in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities * Prepare journal ...
Arlington, VA · On-site
$63K - $83K/yr
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build strong foundational experience in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities * Prepare journal ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$40K - $55K/yr
This is a mid-level role for a thoughtful and dependable accounting professional who works independently, brings strong attention to detail, and enjoys improving how financial systems run day to day.
Washington, DC · On-site
$40K - $55K/yr
This is a mid-level role for a thoughtful and dependable accounting professional who works independently, brings strong attention to detail, and enjoys improving how financial systems run day to day.
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$56K - $74K/yr
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build strong foundational experience in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities * Prepare journal ...
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$56K - $74K/yr
This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career accounting professional looking to build strong foundational experience in a collaborative environment. Key Responsibilities * Prepare journal ...
If you are a financial accounting professional who consistently exceeds expectations, who dares to make bold decisions, and whose ears perk up at the prospect of a challenge, then Amazon is a place ...
If you are a financial accounting professional who consistently exceeds expectations, who dares to make bold decisions, and whose ears perk up at the prospect of a challenge, then Amazon is a place ...
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$79K - $99K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Bethesda, MD · On-site
$79K - $99K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Washington, DC · On-site
$83K - $105K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Washington, DC · On-site
$83K - $105K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Fairfax, VA · On-site
$75K - $95K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $107K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Arlington, VA · On-site
$85K - $107K/yr
This position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys hands-on ownership, strong team collaboration, and a stable environment with growth potential. Key Responsibilities
Mclean, VA · On-site
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who enjoys project leadership, client-facing work, and using technology to modernize financial operations. Position Responsibilities: Client ...
This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who enjoys project leadership, client-facing work, and using technology to modernize financial operations. Position Responsibilities: Client ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
Mclean, VA · On-site
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Would you like the opportunity to individually contribute ...
This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who enjoys project leadership, client-facing work, and using technology to modernize financial operations. Position Responsibilities: Client ...
This is an ideal role for an accounting professional who enjoys project leadership, client-facing work, and using technology to modernize financial operations. Position Responsibilities: Client ...
Gain a broad overview of various aspects of accounting by observing and assisting accounting professionals. * Prepare and record journal entries in NetSuite ERP system. * Assist with research, data ...
Gain a broad overview of various aspects of accounting by observing and assisting accounting professionals. * Prepare and record journal entries in NetSuite ERP system. * Assist with research, data ...
Washington, DC · On-site
$74K - $93K/yr
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented accounting professional to play a key role in the bureau's financial administration and day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate combines a proactive ...
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Washington, DC · On-site
$74K - $93K/yr
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented accounting professional to play a key role in the bureau's financial administration and day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate combines a proactive ...
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Are you a project management professional with a strong ...
Are you an accounting professional with a demonstrated ability to work well in teams, develop new ideas, and take ownership of your projects? Are you a project management professional with a strong ...
$74K - $93K/yr
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented accounting professional to play a key role in the bureau's financial administration and day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate combines a proactive ...
$74K - $93K/yr
We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented accounting professional to play a key role in the bureau's financial administration and day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate combines a proactive ...
Gainesville, VA · On-site
$60K - $78K/yr
... VA Are you an accounting professional who enjoys partnering with operations, managing project financials, and driving visibility into project performance? We are partnering with a growing ...
Gainesville, VA · On-site
$60K - $78K/yr
... VA Are you an accounting professional who enjoys partnering with operations, managing project financials, and driving visibility into project performance? We are partnering with a growing ...
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| Aspect | Accounting Professional | Bookkeeper |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Certifications like CPA or CMA often preferred | Typically no formal certifications required |
| Work Environment | Involves analysis, reporting, and financial decision support | Focuses on recording and maintaining financial transactions |
| Job Responsibilities | Preparing financial statements, audits, and tax filings | Data entry, ledger management, and basic reconciliation |
| Industry Usage | Used across various industries for financial oversight | Commonly employed in small to medium businesses for daily bookkeeping |
While both roles handle financial data, an Accounting Professional typically has advanced certifications and performs higher-level analysis and reporting. A Bookkeeper mainly manages transaction recording and basic ledger tasks. The roles often complement each other within financial teams, but the scope and credentials differ significantly.
An accounting professional records, monitors, and audits financial transactions for an organization, firm, or individual. As a CPA, you work for a bank or company. As part of your duties, you may issue a statement, audit money transactions, or manage a mutual fund. Other responsibilities include the preparation of tax or financial documents, asset management, and capital account management. You may also work for a private practice, where your duties include advising clients on investments, retirement planning, and taxes. An accounting professional that works for a government or law enforcement agency may monitor and audit transactions to ensure ethical and legal regulations are being followed.
$63K - $83K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 6 days ago
8.7
Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
4th of 22 rated bookkeepers and accountants
