Accountant Jobs in Kentucky

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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Manufacturing Accountant

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 hours ago

Manufacturing Accountant to join our growing team....

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Senior Accountant

  • LHH US Careers
  • Elsmere, KY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Elsmere, KY
  • 14 hours ago

Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules across general ledger accounts....

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Financial Accountant

  • Anderson Communities
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 day ago

Financial Accountant Who Are We? "An Anderson Community is a Better Place to Live!"...

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Sr Accountant-Fin Systems

  • Trilogy Health Services, LLC
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Job Summary The Senior Accountant- Financial Systems plays an important role in the monthly close and financial reporting processes for Trilogy and is responsible for administration...

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Accountant

  • Vaco LLC
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview: The Accountant will be responsible for month-end close processes, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis....

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Regional Senior Accountant - Midwest

  • Building Controls and Services
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Demonstrated success in month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, and variance analysis....

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Staff Accountant, Grants and Contracts Accounting

  • Western Kentucky University
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 3 days ago

Category: Staff Show Job Details for Staff Accountant, Grants and Contracts Accounting Apply Now for Staff Accountant, Grants and Contracts Accounting Western Kentucky University's Office of Research...

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Staff Accountant

  • GPAC
  • Mount Washington, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Mount Washington, KY
  • 4 days ago

We're partnering with a growing manufacturing company seeking a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations within a fast-paced production environment....

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Staff Accountant

  • Borealis AG
  • Rockport, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockport, KY
  • 4 days ago

entries, settlements, and assessments within the Controlling area) Perform basic reconciliations and analysis to ensure data consistency and reliability, escalating discrepancies as needed:o Review...

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Regional Staff Accountant - Midwest

  • Building Controls and Services
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Post standard and recurring journal entries under the direction of the Regional Senior Accountant (RSA) or Regional Accounting Manager (RAM)....

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Graduate Accountant I

  • Commonwealth of Kentucky
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 5 days ago

SAS wishes to obtain a Graduate Accountant I to assist with data modernization and financial transaction transformation....

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Staff Accountant

  • Darling Ingredients Inc.
  • Cold Spring, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Cold Spring, KY
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary The Staff Accountant will assist with the accounting functions processed at our Corporate Offices....

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Staff Accountant

  • Everent Health & Affiliates
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 5 days ago

Staff Accountant/Analyst in carrying out the responsibilities of the Corporate Finance Department....

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Senior Accountant

  • LHH
  • Hebron, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 5 days ago

Job Duties: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP Perform month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and account...

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Cost Accountant

  • Kelly Services
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 6 days ago

Cost Accountant Kelly Services - 3.8 Louisville, KY Job Details Full-time $60,000 - $75,000 a year 12 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Kentucky offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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