Accountant Jobs in East Point, 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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Park Springs

Staff Accountant

  • Park Springs
  • Stone Mountain, GA (21 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Park Springs
  • Stone Mountain, GA (21 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 10 hours ago

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Staff Accountant to work with the Director of Accounting to oversee and manage the financial operations at Park Springs....

Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

  • Atlanta, GA (14 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (14 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. Oversee accounts payable, including vendor setup, payments, and inquiries....

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Airport Accountant Senior

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 hour ago

Develops, implements and/or maintains one or more accounting systems; journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue reconciliation....

Senior Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Manage lease accounting, including preparing lease schedules and related journal entries. Prepare consolidating journal entries for LIIF-controlled entities....

Accountants Receivable Specialist

  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Insight Global is seeking an Accounts receivable specialist to join the accounting team. This person will be responsible for assisting with a variety of accounts receivable and...

Senior Accountant

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant Contract Duration: 6-12 months Location: Onsite daily in Marietta Must Haves: 5+ years of accounting experience 2+ years in a private equity-backed environment Experience supporting...

Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago

ACCOUNTANT IN Atlanta, GA, USA!...

Tax Accountant

  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Marietta, GA (20 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Georgia's largest privately owned heavy civil construction and asphalt manufacturing company, is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, self-motivated individual to fulfill the Tax Accountant role....

Senior Treasury Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Treasury Accountant is a critical role within our finance team, responsible for managing the company's cash flow, investments, and banking relationships....

Project Accountant - Commercial Construction

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Career Path: Senior Project Accountant Key Role Responsibilities - Core PROJECT ACCOUNTING FAMILY - CORE Prepares, examines and analyzes project cost accounting records and reports....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Major Job Responsibilities: Provide accounting support to department in the corporate income tax accounting area, which includes monthly closing processes, journal entries, analysis, and support of...

Accountant Sr.

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago

QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors degree in Accounting 5-8 years of related job experience Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity...

Student Funding Specialist Accountant - Laney Graduate School

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the...

Payment and Collections Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Key duties and responsibilities of this role include but are not limited to the following: Analyze customer and vendor-related issues to identify root causes,...

Staff Accountant, Corporate

  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (7 miles from East Point, GA)
  • 2 days ago

The Corporate Staff Accountant is responsible for the monthly close process including creating and entering journal entries, performing monthly account reconciliations, and loading financial data into...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in East Point, GA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in East Point, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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