Accountant Jobs in Cartersville, GA

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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Steamboat Group

Staff Accountant

Job Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for performing duties timely and accurately to enable the Accounting department to meet monthly close deadlines and financial reporting requirements....

Accountant - Internal Controls

  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Reviews the Journal Entries and Reconciliations on accuracy and completeness. Helps develop training programs as it relates to internal controls/SOX compliance. Performs other duties as necessary....

Cost Accountant

  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 3 days ago

What you have: Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field preferred. 2-4 years of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA certification preferred....

Accountant

  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 6 days ago

What you have: Bachelors degree in accounting or a related field preferred. 2-4 years of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience. CPA certification preferred....

Staff Accountant

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities: Prepare journal entries for month end close Responsible for bank reconciliations Supporting expense allocations and employee expense reimbursement management Qualifications: Bachelor's...

Senior Accountant - Fleet Services

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 15 days ago

Perform general ledger activities such as journal entries for allocations, accruals, prepaid and expense account reclassifications....

Corporate & Project Accounting Professional

  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 15 days ago

Reconciliation of all bank accounts (6-ish), journal entry for month end closing along with amortization schedules. Administering weekly expense report approval and payment to employees....

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 23 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 23 days ago

Assist and partner in executing and monitoring the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis....

Senior Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Senior Tax Accountant - Small Business and Tax you will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports....

Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Tax Accountant Small Business and Tax you will apply principles of accounting to analyze financial information and prepare financial reports....

Cost Accountant

  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (21 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Understand journal entries, accounting flows, and operational back-office processes. Identify and communicate potential risk in accounts and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner....

General Accountant

  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Assist with month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and financial statement preparation. Support budgeting and forecasting for projects and overall company financials....

Tax Accountant - Entry Level

  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Woodstock, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry Level Tax Accountant to join our growing team....

Staff Accountant - Hybrid Remote Role

  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA (23 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 60+ days ago

Immediate need for experienced Staff Accountant to join Real Estate Professional Services Firm at their corporate HQ near Marietta, GA as a hybrid remote full time employee....

Remote Work

SR Tax Accountant

  • Kennesaw, GA (17 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (17 miles from Cartersville, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

What we need: Mohawk is looking for a Senior Tax Accountant who can do more for all Mohawk brands....

Demographic Data for Cartersville, GA

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Cartersville, GA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Cartersville, GA 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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