Accountant Jobs in Rtp, 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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Tax Services Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 11 hours ago

The North Carolina Department of Revenue is recruiting for a Tax Services Accountant in our Financial Services Division (Division)....

Insurance Accountant

  • Brentwood, NC (18 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brentwood, NC (18 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Company: Marsh McLennan Agency Description: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and...

Senior GL Accountant

  • Cary, NC (11 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cary, NC (11 miles from Rtp, 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....

Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Submit journal entries as needed to record and adjust accounts as needed....

Senior Investment Accountant

  • Durham, NC (6 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC (6 miles from Rtp, 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....

Insurance Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific...

Senior Accountant

  • Morrisville, NC (4 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Morrisville, NC (4 miles from Rtp, 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 (10 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (10 miles from Rtp, 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....

IT Program Budget Analyst

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 3 days ago

*** This position is fully remote, with some requirements to report into Raleigh, North Carolina for meetings and duties requested by management.*** The IT Program Budget Analyst supports the...

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Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 3 days ago

As an Accountant at ROI Revolution, you will use your strong Excel skills and accuracy to maintain multiple monthly revenue spreadsheets and prepare client invoices....

Accountant I

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Assist with preparation of the states ACFR, including journal entries and accrual adjustments. Conduct grant audits and compliance checks to identify discrepancies and make necessary corrections....

Accountant I -- Temporary Solutions

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible...

Svc2636 Secretary/Accountant 205-Day

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago

SVC2636 SECRETARY/ACCOUNTANT 205-DAY JobID: 39918 Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/Secretary Date Posted: 4/14/2025 Location: Stratton Elementary Closing Date: 04/21/2025 County:   Raleigh County...

Revenue Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 4 days ago

What You Will Do Understanding 606 and being able to communicate to our stakeholders Red Hat's approach Prepare journal entries, reconciliations and other control activities Perform trend analysis Resolve...

Remote Work

Senior Property Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (16 miles from Rtp, NC)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Property Accountant Our client is seeking a Senior Property Accountant to manage financial accounting for an assigned portfolio of properties....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Rtp, NC

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Rtp, 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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