Accountant Jobs in North Carolina

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

  • Cleveland, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Cleveland, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Bachelors degree in accounting or finance Excellent Excel Skills Preferred: JDE E1 or similar ERP experience Masters Degree or CPA Lean/Six Sigma Experience We are an equal opportunity employer....

Accountant I

  • Greenville, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Greenville, NC
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description As an entry level position, the purpose of this position is to perform accounting activities and assume responsibility for maintenance of ledger accounts in relation to payroll...

Senior Accountant

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 hours 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
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 9 hours 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
  • 9 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 9 hours 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
  • 17 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 17 hours 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....

Budget Analyst Sr.

  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Camp Lejeune, NC
  • 19 hours ago

Budget/Fiscal Analyst Jr. This position is located at Stone Bay, Camp Lejeune, NC, in support of the Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC). The Budget Analyst assists the MARSOC...

Accountant I

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 19 hours 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

  • Arden, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Arden, NC
  • 1 day ago

Key Responsibilities Accounting Operations Assist with month-end and year-end close processes Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations Ensure timely and accurate payment of vendor invoices...

Accountant I -- Temporary Solutions

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day 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...

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Accountant / Office Assistant FULL TIME

  • Matthews, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Matthews, NC
  • 1 day ago

Full Time Accounting and Office Assistant Needed IN OFFICE ASD Team is seeking a detail-oriented Accountant / Office Assistant to join our team....

Senior Property Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

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

Staff Accountant

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and post journal entries for month-end and year-end closing processes. Assist with variance analysis to explain differences between actual results and budgeted/forecasted amounts....

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in North Carolina

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in North Carolina 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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