Accountant Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

**About the Role:** Confluent is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Senior Revenue Accountant to join our Revenue Accounting Operations team....

Tax Accountant

  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 4 days ago

Build the Future with Us - EquipmentShare is Hiring a Tax Accountant At EquipmentShare, we're not just filling a role - we're assembling the best team on the planet to build something that's never been...

General Accountant

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Required Certifications/Licensure: None Required Training: Experience and knowledge of computerized accounting systems Essential Functions Prepare all journal entries necessary to record the transactions...

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst / 60018303

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

Maintain all internal controls as it related to the Accountant/Fiscal Analyst II functions. Also, maintain current desk procedures for all assigned functions....

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst / 60018433

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for an Accountant/Fiscal Analyst who will process Accounts Payable invoices for payment....

Accountant - Services

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

This includes journal entry preparation and review, AP/AR Transactions, financial modeling and reporting, reconciliation preparation and review, lender compliance, and other financial deliverables and...

Senior Accountant

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

EquipmentShare is searching for a Senior Accountant supporting the hardware division of the company with experience performing month-end close procedures, identifying and preparing journal entries,...

Associate Accountant- Contractor

  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Irmo, SC (15 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago

Working closely with the functional department leaders for Ritchie Brothers, the Associate Accountant is a key contributor in the month-end close process reviewing journal entries, working papers and...

Senior Accountant

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago

Duties include completing monthly accounting records, preparing journal entries, and guiding clerical staff while abiding GAAP guidelines....

SRF Fiscal Analyst (Senior Accountant)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

Job Responsibilities Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We...

Budget Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 9 days ago

entries, as needed....

Accountant III-PGBA

  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago

Reconciles General Ledger accounts and/or processes adjusting entries in accordance with internal procedures, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations....

Accountant I-PGBA

  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 days ago

Initiates and/or processes general ledger, and/or journal entries into various accounts. Prepare spreadsheets and/or ensures that entries are entered into the accounting system....

Senior Accountant

  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago

Assist with monthly and year-end close activities, including journal entries and reconciliations....

Accountant

  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 11 days ago

entries; Processes accounts payable and receivable; Processes wire transfers of funds; Prepares budget transfers; Prepares analyses of payroll expenses; Monitors and balances assigned bank accounts...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Columbia, SC 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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