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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Wallace CPA Firm

Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

Wallace CPA Firm is seeking a full-time Senior Accountant to join our public accounting team in Nashville, TN....

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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...

Sr Tax Accountant

  • Nashville, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 90+ days ago

We are looking for a dedicated Sr Tax Accountant like you to be a part of our team....

Staff Accountant

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

Responsibilities + Support the month-end financial close process through preparation and posting of journal entries in alignment with accounting policies. + Create daily/weekly/monthly reports around...

Staff Accountant

  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

Staff Accountant Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Accounting 0-3 years of experience Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Data Entry & Management Proficiency Budget Management Experience Basic medical...

General Accountant

  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 day ago

Support compliance with Title IV, NCAA, or other regulatory bodies (if applicable) EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or CMA)....

Staff Accountant

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

Location Nashville Hotel The Omni Nashville Hotel was specially created to be an authentic expression of Nashvilles vibrant music culture. Across from the new Music City Center, the luxury hotel...

Sr Accountant

  • Collierville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Collierville, TN
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and post journal entries, account reconciliations, fixed asset processing, lease/contract review, accrual entries, and/or budget variance reviews....

Reconciliation Accountant

  • Jackson, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 2 days ago

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE : Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related field (CPA or CMA)....

Senior Accountant

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 3 days ago

entries in the BMS and G/L systems Oversee various monthly accrual, true-up, settlement, bad debt calculations Reconcile inter-agency activity between HUBS Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Accounting...

Staff Accountant (Remote-Centric Hybrid)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Financial Statement Preparation including: Creating all general ledger journal entries necessary to generate financial statements....

Sr Accountant

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Monthly Responsibilities: Coordinate and review work completed by staff accounting team Review monthly journal entries and account analysis to ensure accuracy Compose...

Senior Payroll Tax Accountant

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Certified Payroll Professional, Certified Public Accountant, Certified Management Accountant, Chartered Accountant or similar certification is preferred....

Cost Accountant

  • Clinton, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Clinton, TN
  • 3 days ago

Summary of Responsibilities: Responsible for all month end closing activities including, but not limited to journal entries, supporting documentation, reconciliations, analysis, etc....

Portfolio Accountant - I

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago

Portfolio Accountant - I DESCRIPTION CBL Properties, one of the largest mall REITs in the United States, is in search of a Portfolio Accountant I in our Corporate Office in Chattanooga, TN....

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
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
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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