Accountant Jobs in Kentucky

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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Plant Accountant

  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Nicholasville, KY
  • 22 hours ago

General ledger maintenance, transactional processing and journal entry creation. Prepare various financial models as appropriate; prepare and review various account reconciliations....

Staff Accountant

  • Mayfield, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Mayfield, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Staff Accountant

  • Murray, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Staff Accountant

  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Staff Accountant

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: This company is looking to add a Staff Accountant to their team with the intent of grooming and training them to eventually take over the firm....

Cost Accountant II

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting Strong PC skills Oracle experience preferred Proficient in data query tools Strong verbal and written communication skills Minimum Job Experience...

Staff Accountant

  • Wilder, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilder, KY
  • 2 days ago

Insurance- multiple plans to choose from Dental & Vision Insurance Short Term Disability & Long Term Disability Options Life Insurance Generous PTO plan Paid Holidays 401K 401K match Competitive Pay Staff Accountant...

Senior Accountant, Reporting

  • Murray, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Murray, KY
  • 4 days ago

Position Information Posting Number 20250021EX Job Title Senior Accountant, Reporting Number of Vacancies 1 About Murray State Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public...

Accountant - REMOTE

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 4 days ago

They will also work with the internal auditing process as it relates to their specific areas of responsibility ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS On a monthly basis, prepare all journal entries and month end reconciliations...

Remote Work

PRN Staff Accountant

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY Make a living while you make a difference at Trilogy Health Services - a senior living provider with the continuous goal of being the Best Healthcare Company in The Midwest. WHAT...

General Accountant

  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 4 days ago

Adjusting Journal Entries (AJE's): Preparing and posting adjusting journal entries to ensure the accuracy of financial statements....

Financial Accountant

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 5 days ago

Financial Accountant Job type Administration Sector Containerboard & Packaging Site Elizabethtown Plant - Elizabethtown, KY, US Apply Now FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT Looking to the future since its founding...

Staff Accountant

  • Versailles, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Versailles, KY
  • 6 days ago

Qualifications Who we want (Requirements) The successful candidate will have a Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or business and three (3) years experience in financial accounting; or equivalent...

Staff Auditor/Accountant

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago

CBIZ Accounting Tax and Advisory of New York LLC Staff Auditor/Accountant in Frankfort , Kentucky Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 Myers and Stauffer LC is a certified public accounting...

Permanent Staff Staff Accountant job in Lexington, KY - Make $26 - $33/hour (Job in Lexington , Kentucky Access This Exclusive Permanent Staff Staff Accountant Non-Clinical Job in Lexington, KY....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Kentucky 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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