Accountant Jobs in Brentwood, TN

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 Accountant (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities: Review and process inbound royalty statements for compliance Manage customer invoicing and AR reconciliations Prepare journal entries, bank deposits, and financial close reports...

Financial Planner / Tax Advisor / Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 3 hours ago

Financial Planner / Tax Advisor / Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Step into a high-impact advisory role where your CPA skills will not only guide clients through complex financial landscapes but shape...

US E EA - Centralized Contract Accounting Senior Accountant - Accounting & Compliance - Controllership

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 21 hours ago

Qualifications Required Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or related field Certification as CPA (or certification in process) with experience interpreting and assessing the requirements and authoritative...

Staff Accountant

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Journal Entries & Month-End Close: Prepare and record routine and adjusting journal entries (accruals, deferrals, prepaid expense amortization); support month-end and year-end close activities....

Project Accountant I

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago

**Summary:** The Project Accountant I position provides accounting, project controls, and job-cost support to clients, project managers, and operation managers....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago

The Senior Tax Accountant will play a critical role in supporting the tax department in meeting compliance, provision, and planning goals....

Senior Accountant, Amazon Ads

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 2 days ago

At Amazon, accountants do more than maintain books - they drive innovation and shape the future of commerce....

Senior Accountant Financial Reporting - Remote Opportunity

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 3 days ago

JOB TITLE: Financial Reporting, Senior SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Director of Technical Accounting and Reporting. Operates in a highly collaborative, remote workplace environment....

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Senior Accountant, Global Financial Accounting & Controls

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Amazon's accounting group offers opportunities at the Senior Accountant level in Legal Entity & Intercompany, Accounting Policy & Reporting, Operations and Capital, Transportation, Payments & Merchant...

General Accountant Supervisor

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 4 days ago

entries and general ledger account reconciliations Prepare and document performance of assigned controls....

Staff Accountant - COE Fixed Assets & Leases (Remote-Centric Hybrid)

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Prepare all general ledger journal entries related to fixed assets, operating leases, and capital leases for all centers....

Remote Work

Accountant-Publishing

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 4 days ago

groups to research and resolve variances Assist with projects as needed Qualifications What youll need: Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or related discipline, or the equivalent combination...

Staff Accountant, Fixed Assets

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 5 days ago

The Staff Accountant works on fixed asset accounting across multiple domestic and international business units....

Accountant with D365

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 5 days ago

We are looking for CPA/CA with good experience for systems and accounting standpoint understands corporate finance and can assist with the month end close process. Has experience with Dynamics F&O...

Staff Accountant

  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (9 miles from Brentwood, TN)
  • 5 days ago

Qualifications: Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, Economics or related field 2 years of Accounting/Finance experience required....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Brentwood, TN

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Brentwood, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
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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