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Accountant Salary in Fresno, CA

How much does the average Accountant make in Fresno, CA?


The average salary for an Accountant in Fresno, CA is between $58,577 and $127,374 as of March 01, 2025. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the actual Accountant position you are looking for. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

About Fresno, California    Fresno (/ˈfrɛznoʊ/ FREZ-noh; Spanish for "ash tree") is a city in California, United States, and the county seat of Fresno County. It covers about 112....More

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What is an Accountant?

An accountant analyzes and organizes the financial information and transactions of an organization. They ensure that principles and standards like GAAP (generally accepted accounting principles) are followed and that all required reporting is prepared and completed. Accountants may be found in any industry. Some accountants may specialize in a particular type of industry like healthcare or energy, or have a specialization, such as tax accounting or cost accounting.


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Accountant

What degree or educational requirements does an accountant need?

Accountants typically require a minimum of a bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration. Courses in finance, information technology, law required as a foundation. A master's degree or Ph.D. is generally preferred or required for higher level positions. In addition, some accountants obtain a CPA- certified public accountant designation, which requires passing a lengthy exam. Many universities offer cooperative education or internship programs with companies or government agencies to provide hands-on experience to students.

What are the best schools offering accountanting programs?

Some universities offering strong accounting undergraduate programs are University of Texas - Austin, Brigham Young University, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, University of Michigan Ann Arbor, University of Pennsylvania, Indiana University, University of Notre Dame, University of Southern California, and New York University, Many community colleges also offer accounting programs granting the associate's degree which could provide training for an entry level accounting job.

Are accountants in demand?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook (BLS), employment of accountants, in general, is projected to grow about 10 percent from 2016 to 2026. The increase in complexity of regulations and taxes in a global economy will ensure accountants are in demand.

What jobs are similar to or related to accountant?

Para-professional accounting jobs like payroll administrator or billing and receivables specialist. Accounting specialties such as cost accountant, tax accountant, or certified public accountant.

Where can I find more information about accountant training and career opportunities?

Explore these additional resources for more on accounting professions.
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
Accounting & Financial Women's Alliance: AFWA
National Society of Accountants

What is the working environment for an accountant?

An accountant typically works in an office setting as part of a larger team. Some accountants serve clients and work independently.

Accountant Jobs

Job Openings for Accountant in Fresno, CA
Staff Accountant
Old Republic Surety CO - Brookfield , WI
As a Staff Accountant , you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our financial and regulatory reporting processes. Under the guidance of the Accounting Manager ...
Lensa - 2 days ago
Regulatory Accountant
FOUNDATION ENERGY MANAGEMENT, LLC - Addison , TX
Position Summary As a Regulatory Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring that our financial practices comply with regulations set by governing bodies. You will prepare financial reports ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Senior Accountant
RPM - Houston , TX
As a medium-sized nonprofit organization, our Senior Accountant accountant also plays a key role in overseeing some human resources functions, including managing employee insurance benefits, payroll ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Senior Accountant
Sentinel Safety & Security Group - Appleton , WI
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (On-site | Appleton, WI) Are you highly organized and detail-oriented? Are you a self-starter who embraces continuous improvement? If so, we may have a position for you! Overview
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Accountant II
MC Nutraceuticals - Golden , CO
MC Nutraceuticals is looking for an Accountant to help our Controller and accounting team with daily tasks in our Golden, CO office. MC Nutraceuticals is a fast paced, multi-country opportunistic ...
LinkedIn - 3 days ago
Staff Accountant
Morgan Hunter - Kansas City , MO
Morgan Hunter has been engaged on a search for a Staff Accountant for our client located in the Kansas City Metro Area. They currently are looking for a motivated individual to join their ...
LinkedIn - 3 days ago