Accountant Jobs in Hoover, AL

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

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 13 hours ago

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant who's ready to take ownership of complex financial functions and make a real impact within a high-performing, collaborative team....

McWane, Inc - Staff Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 1 day ago

processing daily journal entries, in addition to preparing and maintaining various financial reports and analysis....

Accountant - Part-time

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 2 days ago

The Greater Birmingham Humane Society is looking for a part-time accountant to join the team!...

Inpatient Staff Accountant

  • Pinson, AL (22 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pinson, AL (22 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities & Tasks Prepares and posts journal entries for approximately 10 hospitals with training Performs analytical review of hospitals. Prepares balance sheet reconciliations....

Inpatient Accountant, Senior

  • Tarrant, AL (12 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tarrant, AL (12 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities & Tasks Prepares and posts journal entries for 10-15 hospitals. Performs analytical review of hospitals and prepares balance sheet reconciliations....

Private Wealth Strategist - JD/CPA

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 3 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Senior Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Job Responsibilities Guarantee the prompt and accurate generation of journal entries, backed by relevant documentation, to uphold the timeliness of month-end closures and the integrity of the financial...

Staff Accountant

  • Montevallo, AL (22 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Montevallo, AL (22 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 7 days ago

Principal Responsibilities: Complete monthly, quarterly and annual financial close process under the direction of the Accounting Manager Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations Compile...

Financial Consolidation Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 8 days ago

The positions, which report to the Senior Financial Consolidation Accountant, will be expected to be flexible to take on varying roles in the team and will be exposed to all aspects of the Department's...

Senior Accountant- Fixed Assets

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 8 days ago

Senior Accountant- Fixed Assets Birmingham, Alabama Accounting/Finance 1737 Job Description COMPANY PROFILE Diversified Gas & Oil Corporation (DGOC) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diversified Energy...

Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Accountant / Corporate Accountant Bring your accounting skills to a team where collaboration and culture matter just as much as the numbers....

Accountant, Sr (Birmingham or Columbus)

  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 9 days ago

Minimum Experience: Five (5) years of experience as an Accountant or equivalent combination of education and experience Certifications: Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is preferred....

Staff Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 10 days ago

As the Staff Accountant, you will prepare and upload assigned journal entries necessary to close the General Ledger at month-end, as well as perform reconciliations of assigned General Ledger accounts...

Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL (6 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification preferred....

Real Estate Fund Staff Accountant

  • Mountain Brook, AL (5 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (5 miles from Hoover, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Prepare quarterly GAAP financial statements for 10+ real estate funds, including journal entries and reconciliations....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Hoover, AL

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Hoover, AL 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
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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