Accountant Jobs in College Park, GA

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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Senior Accountant (Hybrid)

  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Manage the general ledger, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close. Oversee accounts payable, including vendor setup, payments, and inquiries....

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Staff Accountant

  • Park Springs
  • Stone Mountain, GA (21 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Park Springs
  • Stone Mountain, GA (21 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Staff Accountant to work with the Director of Accounting to oversee and manage the financial operations at Park Springs....

Senior Accountant North American Region

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 hour ago

Responsible for month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries. Prepare and review account reconciliations....

Senior Inventory Accountant

  • Sandy Springs, GA (20 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA (20 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 11 hours ago

Manage intercompany transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment. Prepare account reconciliations as assigned. Perform ad-hoc financial analysis and support special projects....

Job Cost Accountant

  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 14 hours ago

Support month-end close with journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies....

Senior Accountant

  • Smyrna, GA (15 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Smyrna, GA (15 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Audits journal entries and accounting classifications assigned to various records for accuracy....

NSS Senior Accountant I

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Review, ensure accuracy, and provide feedback on journal entries completed by lower-level accountants, including inter-company, house close, and miscellaneous entries....

Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Prepare journal entries and supporting schedules to ensure accurate and timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial close processes in accordance with U.S....

Income Tax Accountant

  • Doraville, GA (20 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doraville, GA (20 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Senior Income Tax Accountant

  • Doraville, GA (20 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Doraville, GA (20 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Senior Accountant Rebates

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary The Senior Accountant - Rebates is a key member of the rebates team that provides strategic accounting and analysis for our growth and transformation....

Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

POSITION OVERVIEW Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer with a dotted reporting line to the contract Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Accountant is responsible for supporting the accounting operations...

Tax Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

., Georgias largest privately owned heavy civil construction and asphalt manufacturing company, is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, self-motivated individual to fulfill the Tax Accountant role....

Sr Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Completes assigned journal entries and areas of responsibility accurately and timely in the month end close process. Records monthly fixed asset and depreciation entries....

Senior Accountant

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from College Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Tasks and Qualifications: This is What you Will do in This Role: Execute month-end close activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in College Park, GA

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in College Park, GA 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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