Accountant Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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 GL Accountant

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do The GL Accountant for our Slovakian and Polish subsidiaries will work to ensure the complete and accurate financial reporting for the subsidiary....

Senior Investment Accountant

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 2 days ago

What We Are Looking For: The Senior Investment Accountant will support the business by providing accounting and financial reporting support for the companys investment portfolio....

Senior Accountant

  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Some experience with intercompany transactions and eliminations. Ability to produce timely deliverables and manage multiple and shifting priorities in a dynamic environment....

Accountant 1 The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 3 days ago

The Accountant is responsible for meeting deadlines, auditing accounts to ensure compliance with agency standards, and analyzing actual financial performance against the budget....

Accountant

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 5 days ago

As an Accountant at SMT, you will be responsible for performing accounting-related duties while working closely with the Senior Accountant and other Accounting teammates....

Accountant 1

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary: The Accountant is responsible for managing and monitoring financial activities in Adams School of Dentistrys clinical enterprise....

Departmental Budget Analyst - MSAP Synergy

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET ANALYST WORKING TITLE Magnet Schools Assistance Programs (MSAP)-Budget Analyst/Synergy SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT Magnet and Curriculum...

Departmental Budget Analyst - MSAP

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) DEPARTMENTAL BUDGET ANALYST WORKING TITLE Magnet Schools Assistance Programs (MSAP) Budget Analyst SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT Magnet and Curriculum Enhancement...

Budget Analyst

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Overview POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) BUDGET ANALYST WORKING TITLE Budget Analyst SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT Budget LOCATION Crossroads III, Cary, NC PAY GRADE Noncertified Grade 27 FLSA STATUS Nonexempt...

Project Accountant

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 10 days ago

The Project Accountant is responsible for completing pay applications and assisting with billing. This person will work in direct support of the Accounting Manager....

Budget and Accounting Officer

  • Butner, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 11 days ago
  • Butner, NC (18 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 11 days ago

Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Help Overview Accepting...

Senior Accountant

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 12 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 12 days ago

As needed, informally lead more junior accountants and workflow items & projects. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required....

Director, Cost & Inventory Accountant # 4177

  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (8 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Our mission is to detect cancer early, when it can be cured. We are working to change the trajectory of cancer mortality and bring stakeholders together to adopt innovative, safe, and effective...

Senior Accountant

  • Durham, NC (13 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Durham, NC (13 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 12 days ago

journal entries....

Accountant

  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (14 miles from Chapel Hill, NC)
  • 16 days ago

is responsible for preparing and posting journal entries and assisting with interdepartmental inquiries....

Demographic Data for Chapel Hill, NC

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Chapel Hill, NC

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Chapel Hill, NC 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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