Accountant Jobs in Cornelius, NC

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.

1-15 of 95 Jobs
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)

Forensic Accountant

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 Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (12 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 8 hours ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field....

Project Accountant - Charlotte, NC

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

Budget management What You Will Bring: A bachelors degree in Accounting, or related discipline Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite Must have knowledge of accounting principles/functions....

Project Accountant 1

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 20 hours ago

HDR is hiring a Project Accountant 1 for our Charlotte, NC office....

Senior Sales Tax Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Overview - Senior Sales Tax Accountant - 33718 We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Sales Tax Accountant to join our client's expanding team....

Staff Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do Prepare and post journal entries; reconcile general ledger accounts for month-end and year-end close....

Ops Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities include running reports, preparing journal entries, preparing accruals, account reconciliations, creating standard work and improving the accuracy and timeliness of the close process...

Senior Staff Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities of the role will include, but are not limited to: Preparing and reviewing journal entries and general ledger account reconciliations as part of the monthly, quarterly, and year-end...

Senior Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Id : 2024556, Title : Senior Accountant, Category : Finance and Accounting, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...798, ExternalPostedStartDate : 2025-06-25T14:16:58 00:...

Senior Accountant (Remote)

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Prepare and review monthly financial statements, bank reconciliations, and journal entries. Train and review accounting work completed by junior accountants....

Remote Work

Senior Revenue Accountant (Remote)

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 3 days ago

We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Revenue Accountant who will support the Revenue Accounting Manager by reporting and analyzing revenue and AR in accordance to accounting standards, ensuring...

Remote Work

Management Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Company Description OceanaGold is a growing mid-tier gold and copper producer listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX). With four operating mines-Haile in the USA, Didipio in the Philippines,...

Senior Accountant

  • Mooresville, NC (5 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mooresville, NC (5 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 3 days ago

to ensure the accuracy of financial reporting and analysis Research various financial activities to identify moderately complex issues, explaining findings to principal accountants, managers, and directors...

Real Estate Accountant & Reporting Lead

  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (16 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Qualification Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years' experience in investment accounting or in FP&A Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with a major in a quantitative field e.g., Finance,...

Staff Accountant

  • Davidson, NC (3 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Davidson, NC (3 miles from Cornelius, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree in Accounting is required. 1-2 years related experience required CPA and/or public...

Demographic Data for Cornelius, NC

Moving to Cornelius, NC? Find some basic demographic data about Cornelius, NC below.


Local
National
30,836
1,291
Medium

Accountant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireAccounting curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
The Kovel Accountant
The 1961 Yankees occupy a special place in team history because, in my humble opinion, they were the only truly transcendent Yankee team between Joe DiMaggio and Derek Jeter. Mickey Mantle could...
Ethics for the Industry Accountant
While ethics training is required by many states, the true value of the CPA license is in understanding how critically important ethical behavior is to one another, our customers, our firms, and...
Ethics for Accountants
Learn all tools & rules of business ethics, get a certificate at the end of the course, boost your CV & keep your boss happy with impressive work. Free accounting course included.This is a...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Accountant Jobs in Cornelius, NC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Accountant positions.



Highest Education Level

Accountants in Cornelius, NC 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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Accountant Related Career Advice Articles

Young accountant enjoying the accounting career she has chosen.
5 Trending Accounting Careers and Specialties

Check out these five accounting career paths and decide whether you'd like to work as a tax accountant, auditor, budget analyst, forensic accountant, or cost accountant.

Read article »
accountant walking through her office and thinking about her career
5 Potential Accountant Career Paths

When mapping out your accountant career path and assessing your accounting skills, there are many types of accounting jobs to consider. Learn more.

Read article »
Accountant posing at desk surrounded by work materials
4 Elements Every Accounting Resume Needs

For professionals in the accounting field, there are a number of tactics to employ that will ensure your document highlights your achievements for maximum impact and presents your credentials effectively.

Read article »