Accountant Jobs in Alabama

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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Bookkeeper/Accountant-Elementary School Position

  • Madison, AL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Madison, AL
  • 16 hours ago

Job Goal : To maintain accurate financial records within state laws/ regulations and local policies and keeps principal advised of all school accounts. Qualifications: A high school diploma or...

Senior Accountant

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with the month-end processes, including accruals, journal entries, resolving financial issues, preliminary review of financial statements and supporting...

Senior Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 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

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 4 days ago

Prepare and perform various journal entries to maintain the corporation's accounts as necessary. Maintain chart of accounts which entailed creating new accounts and remove out of date accounts....

Staff Accountant

  • Montevallo, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Montevallo, AL
  • 4 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 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 Audit Consultant (CPA)

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago

Do you have a CPA (active or inactive)? Are you an accounting pro with audit or tax experience looking for a high-impact, flexible role? Are you unemployed and able to commit to an ongoing...

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Client Accounting & Advisory Solutions (CAAS) Staff Accountant

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 5 days ago

Client Accounting & Advisory Solutions (CAAS) Staff Accountant Huntsville, AL, USA 62,000-70,000 per year Salary Full Time Are you ready for the next step in your career?...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 5 days ago

entries, and providing the backup support. + Prepare unbilled accounts receivable and deferred revenue accounting entries and reconciliations to ensure compliance with U.S....

Senior Accountant- Fixed Assets

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 5 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 I (Mobile Civil Service)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 5 days ago

For details, please see the Class Specifications | ACCOUNTANT I | Class Spec Details (governmentjobs.com). If needed, computers are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL....

(Hot Jobs) Accountant II (Mobile Civil Service)

  • Mobile, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 5 days ago

This is responsible for technical and accounting work in maintaining and developing financial information systems. Jurisdictions Yearly Salary Mobile County $60,060 - $96,015 City of Mobile...

Accountant

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 6 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Homewood, AL
  • 6 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

  • Dothan, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Dothan, AL
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Staff Accountant to join a well-established team in Dothan, AL....

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Alabama

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Alabama 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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