Accountant Jobs in Chattanooga, 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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Tax Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Insight Global is seeking a hybrid Tax Accountant based in Chattanooga for one of their clients....

Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

The Corporate Accounting department at BCBST is looking to add an Accountant to our team\. This is an entry level Accountant role\....

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Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

The Corporate Accounting department at BCBST is looking to add an Accountant to our team. This is an entry level Accountant role....

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Accountant I

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 8 days ago

What Were Looking For: Education Bachelors Degree in Accounting required. Masters degree preferred....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 11 days ago

...765 Job role Accountant, Tax Sector Accounting - Public practice Experience level Qualified accountant Job Description Senior Tax Accountant - Chattanooga, TN One of our clients is looking to hire...

Staff Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 14 days ago

STAFF ACCOUNTANT * Responsible for calculating weekly projections, monthly financial reports and create monthly journal entries and reconciliations. * Assists with budgetary worksheets. * Supports Market...

Staff Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 17 days ago

for preparing weekly financial projections, month-end journal entries, monthly financial reports, and reconciliations....

Staff Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 25 days ago

A client of Insight Global's is actively searching for an Staff Accountant to join their corporate Accounting team onsite in Chattanooga, TN....

Accountant, Financial Reporting

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Posting End Date: July 20 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service...

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Posting End Date: July 20 When you join the team at Unum, you become part of an organization committed to helping you thrive. Here, we work to provide the employee benefits and service...

Remote Senior Accountant

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities will include assisting in month-end & quarter-end close, booking journal entries, executing reconciliations, and analyzing compliance standards....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Chattanooga, TN 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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