Accountant Jobs in Tennessee

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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Accountant I

  • Gallatin, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and yearly journal entries. Invoice franchises for vehicles purchased from headquarters. Process invoices and transactions related to our Canadian entity....

Accountant

  • Hermitage, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hermitage, TN
  • 4 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Assist with general ledger accounting activities Perform monthly closing procedures and journal entries Prepare and review month-end account reconciliations Support daily operations...

Accountant Senior - Juvenile Court

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 hours ago

of governmental budgeting practices and procedures, audit requirements, and fixed asset accounting Experience with Oracle R-12 Business Suite, including submitting Journal Entries for general ledger...

Staff Accountant II

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 9 hours ago

Reconciles intercompany transactions and supports intercompany settlement process. Prepares information for auditors as needed....

Senior Accountant

  • Franklin, TN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 13 hours ago

PRINCIPAL DUTIES Assist in month-end close activities including recording journal entries Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring compliance with IFRS and GAAP standards Manage intercompany...

Senior Accountant

  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago

Degree in Accounting or equivalent work experience + 4+ years of relevant accounting experience + Proven experience leading a team under pressure to meet deadlinescombined with the ability to communicate...

Sr Accountant (Remote)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago

+ A Bachelors Degree in Accounting (or finance related field),CPA or CPA eligible + Minimum of 3-5 years of public accounting experience OR 3-5 years working in the manufacturing space + Ability to...

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Intermediate Accountant

  • Maryville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Maryville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Clayton is a vertically integrated housing company that builds, sells, and insures affordable housing. Our commitment to creating a World Class Customer Experience is unparalleled in the housing...

Staff Accountant- SESAC (Nashville)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Preparing and recording monthly journal entries affecting cash, revenue, royalties and other accounts assigned. Prepare monthly roll-forwards and schedules for assigned accounts....

Senior Accountant

  • Germantown, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Germantown, TN
  • 1 day ago

Manage accruals, prepayments, and journal entries. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis....

Cost Accountant

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview We are offering an exciting Cost Accountant opportunity at a Fortune 500 material manufacturing and construction subsidiary located in Knoxville, TN....

Senior Accountant

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Senior Accountant Job ID: 447537 Posted 22 hours ago Nashville, Tennessee Direct Hire Accounting / Finance Job Details IDR is seeking a Senior Accountant to join one of our top clients in Nashville,...

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago

entry for import into SAP....

Senior Tax Accountant

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago

Senior Tax Accountant Job ID: 446670 Posted 22 hours ago Brentwood, Tennessee Contract Accounting / Finance Job Details IDR is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to join one of our top clients in LOCATION...

Accountant II

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 day ago

Accountant II **Overall Job Summary** The Accountant II is responsible for the accurate, complete and timely processing of journal entries, thorough analyses of the general ledger account activities...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Tennessee

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Tennessee 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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