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Owens Community College

Applicant Pool for Tutors, Accounting and Business Accounting and Business tutors will work one-on-one or in small groups with undergraduate students. Tutors are responsible for supporting students ...

Bright Brothers

Junior Accounting Clerk

Ellendale, DE · On-site

$18/hr

Experience in accounting, finance, or a related field (Preferred) * Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy * Excellent time management and organization skills * Candidate who is ...

Cityofvancouver

Senior Accounting Clerk

Newark, DE

$21.25 - $26.50/hr

We're currently recruiting for a Senior Accounting Clerk. Responsible for all aspects of utility billing, cash management, daily reconciling of utility account transactions and the handling and ...

City of Vancouver

Senior Accounting Clerk

Newark, DE · On-site

$21.25 - $26.50/hr

We're currently recruiting for a Senior Accounting Clerk. Responsible for all aspects of utility billing, cash management, daily reconciling of utility account transactions and the handling and ...

CDK

Sr. Project Manager - Automotive Accounting

Dover, DE · Remote

$92K - $106K/yr

Accounting Standardizations * New Year Service Updates * MIS reports * Add and update accounts to the chart of accounts using the COA Excel processing tool * Add and update single company and ...

Novoco

2027 Staff Accountant Intern

Dover, DE · On-site +1

$27/hr

Position Summary This distinct internship program is designed to expose the future leaders of public accounting not only to our partners, but also to our business and how we empower our clients ...

Air Mobility Command

ACCOUNTING CLERK

Dover, DE · On-site +1

$18/hr

This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the 436FSS/FSR - NAF Accounting Office. This position is considered Regular Part-Time. You are guaranteed 20 hours; however, you ...

Novoco

2027 Summer Staff Accountant Intern

Dover, DE · On-site +1

$27/hr

Position Summary This distinct internship program is designed to expose the future leaders of public accounting not only to our partners, but also to our business and how we empower our clients ...

Soni Resources

Accountant

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$115K/yr

S. accounting standards and tax requirements, support IFRS reporting, and serve as the primary financial liaison between the U.S. operation and corporate finance. This is an excellent opportunity for ...

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for accounting in Delaware is $22.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Accounting jobs constitute any role in which you prepare taxes, financial statements, and other official documentation related to financial reporting. As an accountant, you are responsible for ensuring that all records contain accurate information and that you make all tax and other payments in a timely fashion. While many accountants specialize in personal finance, you may be asked to audit a company’s financial records to ensure that the business is running smoothly and efficiently. If you find issues, you report your findings and make recommendations for how to improve company or organizational efficiency. You can also work in financial forensics and search for financial malfeasances, such as tax fraud or embezzlement.

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AspectAccountingBookkeeping
Primary RoleAnalyzing financial data, preparing reports, and ensuring complianceRecording financial transactions and maintaining ledgers
Required CredentialsOften requires a degree or certification (e.g., CPA)Typically requires basic education; certifications are optional
Work EnvironmentAccountants may work in offices, firms, or as consultantsBookkeepers usually work in office settings for businesses or accounting firms
Industry UsageUsed across industries for financial analysis and reportingPrimarily used for daily transaction recording

Accounting involves analyzing, interpreting, and reporting financial data, often requiring certifications and higher education. Bookkeeping focuses on recording transactions and maintaining accurate ledgers. While both roles are essential for financial management, accounting provides a broader scope of financial analysis and compliance, whereas bookkeeping is the foundation of accurate financial record-keeping.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Accounting, and why are they important?

To thrive in Accounting, you need a thorough understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and strong analytical skills, typically supported by a degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle, and certifications like CPA are commonly required. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and integrity are crucial soft skills for ensuring accuracy and ethical financial reporting. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining compliance, supporting business decisions, and safeguarding the financial health of organizations.

What is accounting?

Accounting is the process of recording, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial transactions for a business or individual. It helps organizations track their income and expenses, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and provide stakeholders with accurate financial information. Accountants use standardized methods and principles to prepare financial statements, manage budgets, and assist with tax planning. Good accounting practices are essential for making informed business decisions and maintaining financial health.

What are some common challenges accountants face during month-end and year-end closing periods?

Month-end and year-end closing periods can be particularly demanding for accountants due to tight deadlines, high volumes of transactions, and the need for absolute accuracy. During these times, accountants often work closely with other departments to ensure all financial data is complete and reconciled, which may require extended hours and strong organizational skills. Clear communication and effective time management are essential to manage these challenges and maintain the integrity of financial reporting.
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Principal Associate, Accounting - CPC Card Data Team

Principal Associate, Accounting - CPC Card Data Team

Capital One

Wilmington, DE

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Capital One rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 143 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

76th of 149 rated banks

Job description

Principal Associate, Accounting - CPC Card Data Team

At Capital One, data is at the center of everything we do. As part of our newly formed Centralized Card Data Team, we sit at the top of the Card Product Controllers (CPC) organization and act as the definitive voice for all Card Accounting data needs. We are bridging the gap between raw data infrastructure and downstream financial reporting, turning data management from a back-office task into a core strategic advantage.

As a Principal Associate on the Card Data Team, you will leverage your data governance and strategic skills to provide early leadership on fast-moving data projects and provide leadership. You will act as an embedded Business Steward, balancing the need to accelerate our digital transformation with the need to follow strict regulatory frameworks.

On any given day you will be challenged by three types of work - Data Stewardship, Data Governance, and Operations:

Data Stewardship & Consultation

  • Partner Across Teams: Serve as the primary liaison and data contact for the Card Product Controllers team, working closely with technical and business teams.

  • Strategic Guidance: Provide early consultation on major enterprise initiatives to guarantee Card-specific accounting requirements are addressed.

  • Business Stewardship: Focus on "Trust" and "Compliance" by defining data meaning and usage, while partnering closely with Technical Data Stewards who handle storage and movement.

Data Governance & Management

  • Quality Processes: Establish and run standardized processes for data quality protocols, profiling, and defining Critical Data Elements and usage.

  • Data Delivery Agreements: Help define operational contracts, Data Provisioning Agreements (DPAs), and SLAs (covering delivery times, cadence, and source system cut-offs) to streamline downstream consumption.

Operations & Knowledge Management

  • Risk Reduction: Promote a controlled change management environment to reduce data risk and eliminate the manual overhead spent investigating "out-of-balance" exceptions. Performing outage audits/retros to identify data improvement opportunities that can limit our speed to market strategy.

  • Team Advocacy: Serve as the definitive voice for the team, educating consumers on new data standards, supporting operational integration with the Speed to Market team, and preparing executive updates.

Our ideal candidate will have:

  • A high level of comfort operating independently in an ambiguous, "startup-like" environment within a newly formed team.

  • The ability to tackle big foundational tasks from scratch, such as establishing dataset inventories and data quality rules.

  • Strong communication skills to translate complex technical constraints into clear business impacts, and vice versa.

  • The ability to build trust and influence cross-functional partners, including Product Owners, Tech, and Financial Data Management.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience

  • At least 3 years of experience in accounting, external financial reporting, audit, finance, or a combination

  • At least 3 years of experience with Google Office or Microsoft Office products, or a combination

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's Degree in Finance, Analytics, or a related quantitative field

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or Project Management Professional (PMP) designation

  • 5+ years of progressive experience working in data analytics, data governance, business intelligence, or financial data systems

  • 4+ years of experience working directly within a financial institution, supporting Product Controllers, Finance or general ledger data infrastructure

  • 2+ years of experience in Tableau, Python, or SQL, or a combination

  • Familiarity with Agile operating models, writing logical rules and requirements, and integrating data controls directly into a delivery pipeline

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

McLean, VA: $120,800 - $137,900 for Principal Associate, Accounting


Richmond, VA: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Associate, Accounting


Wilmington, DE: $109,900 - $125,400 for Principal Associate, Accounting









Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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