Accountant Jobs in North Carolina

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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Staff Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Our client has an immediate opportunity for an Accountant....

Staff Accountant

  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Rocky Mount, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Responsible for a variety of professional accounting duties; providing support to Business Office staff and Vice President of Finance/CFO regarding internal control and general ledger functions....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. 35 years of accounting experience, preferably within real estate....

Corporate Accountant Senior

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Reviews journal entries and account reconciliations in accordance with all relevant regulations, laws, and reporting requirements....

Fund Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Are you a highly skilled and ambitious CPA looking for a dynamic opportunity to leverage your financial expertise in a thriving industry? Our client is a leading real estate company located in...

Staff Accountant II

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Qualifications Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting or equivalent in related field....

Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 22 hours ago

Accountant....

Accountant III

  • Morrisville, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Morrisville, NC
  • 22 hours ago

What you will do: Perform monthly closing activities including journal entries, accruals, reporting and analysis on a timely basis Manage fixed assets, inventory and other critical areas of accounting...

Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 23 hours ago

degree in accounting, finance, or related degree...

Remote Work

Senior Accountant

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago

Qualifications of Job: Bachelors degree in Accounting, CPA license preferred. Public accounting experience preferred but not required. Minimum of three years of experience in accounting....

Accountant

  • Wake Forest, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Wake Forest, NC
  • 1 day ago

Accounts for various bank transactions and prepares corresponding journal entries. Conducts specialized financial research and responds to inquiries. Performs other related duties as assigned....

Senior Accountant

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 1 day ago

Complete consolidation of domestic and foreign subsidiaries and eliminating journal entries....

Payroll Tax Accountant

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 1 day ago

The payroll tax accountant is responsible to perform a variety of complex accounting tasks that accurately calculate employee and employer taxes by maintaining payroll tax deductions, filings, and reconciliations...

Royalty Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 2 days ago

Royalty Accountant Job Description This position requires calculating and processing royalty payments based on sales data and contractual terms, preparing and distributing royalty statements to authors...

Remote Work

Senior Accountant

  • Garner, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Garner, NC
  • 2 days ago

transactions and reconciliation....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.2%
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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