Accountant Jobs in Benton, AR

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Treasury Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 hours ago

Other information: Bachelor Degree in Accounting required. Master degree and CPA preferred, but not mandatory....

Principal Property Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 2 days ago

**We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Property Accountant....

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 4 days ago

**About the Role:** Confluent is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Senior Revenue Accountant to join our Revenue Accounting Operations team....

Accountant - Services

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago

This includes journal entry preparation and review, AP/AR Transactions, financial modeling and reporting, reconciliation preparation and review, lender compliance, and other financial deliverables and...

Senior Revenue Recognition Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 5 days ago

Other information: Bachelor degree in Accounting or related studies required. Masters in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration highly preferred and CPA preferred....

Certified Public Accountant (FAC07P)

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 8 days ago

Minimum Qualifications A Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited college or university, plus 4 years of accounting experience....

Forensic Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 13 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 13 days ago

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Selectees who are not FBI financial analysts or forensic accountants are required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the...

Senior Tax Accountant - F11455L6-PT_3-4658

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: \*\*100% Remote role\*\* Position Responsibilities: - Prepare and review complex federal and multi-state corporate (1120), partnership...

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Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

entries to include adjusting entries when necessary + Review and submit internal and external audit requests when due + Assist in problem-solve activities and simplification of recurring processes...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

Job Summary: The Senior Revenue Accountant provides research, guidance and validation (review of work) on invoicing and revenue recognition for standard and complex customer contracts/agreements....

CPA Licensing Compliance Assistant Director

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 14 days ago

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your...

Accountant II

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 18 days ago

Posts journal entries and prepares reports and schedules according to department month and year-end closing schedules. Analyzes journal entries and their impact on financial statements. 4....

Senior Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 18 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 18 days ago

Bachelor's Degree Recommended Education: Required Work Experience: Accounting - 6 years of experience Recommended Work Experience: Required Certifications: Recommended Certifications: Certified Public Accountant...

Staff Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 22 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 22 days ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Senior Accountant

  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 24 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR (24 miles from Benton, AR)
  • 24 days ago

. + Prepares journal entries, both standard and non-recurring, and assists with the verification of transactions to ensure appropriateness, accuracy, and validity. + Prepares reconciliations of general...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Benton, AR

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Benton, AR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.2%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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