Accountant Jobs in Central, SC

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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Staff Accountant

  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Anderson, SC (19 miles from Central, SC)
  • 21 hours ago

Prepares Journal Entries for AnMed Health and its affiliates according to the master schedule of JEs....

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst-60007815

  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 1 day ago

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst The Department of Administration's (Admin) Office of Administrative Services is seeking an Accountant/Fiscal Analyst to join the team....

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst - Homeland Security

  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 1 day ago

General Responsibility Responsible for assisting and supporting the creation and maintenance of grant accounting records for the planning, development, coordination and administration of South...

Senior Accountant - Columbia

  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field with at least 1 year of professional experience directly related to the position, such as accounting, auditing, banking, or finance...

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst II

  • Clemson, SC (3 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Clemson, SC (3 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago

WELCOME TO CLEMSON! Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites...

Accountant I

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 4 days 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...

Staff Accountant - Columbia

  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, or a related field with at least 1 year of professional experience directly related to the position, such as accounting, auditing, banking, or finance....

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst III

  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 9 days ago

Performs accounting and administrative duties to ensure accuracy of all department fiscal and time keeping data within the Facilities Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and the...

Fixed Asset Accountant L3

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 10 days ago

What you'll be doing ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Strong leadership in the month-end close process, including complex multi-entity transactions, journal entries, account reconciliations, and...

Accountant/Fiscal Analyst

  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Richland, SC (13 miles from Central, SC)
  • 17 days ago

Seeking a high energy and customer focus driven candidate to perform administrative functions for the Treasury Management division withing the State Treasurers Office. Researches and processes...

Net Revenue Analyst, Patewood, FT, Days

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Responsible for assisting reimbursement team in internal and external reporting for assigned entities. Coordination of net...

Senior Accountant

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 23 days ago

What your future day will look like: Reconcile general ledgers, post journal entries, and prepare accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements....

Accountant/Bookkeeper

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 24 days ago

What you get to do: Consult with clients and their foreign parent companies on U.S. accounting, payroll, and administrative needs Record business transactions including cash, A/R, A/P, and journal entries...

Senior Accountant

  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Greenville, SC (23 miles from Central, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities; In this role, you will: Review and post recurring journal entries for accuracy Prepare balance sheet and bank reconciliations Review fixed asset accounting, including quarterly and...

Senior Accountant

  • Piedmont, SC (18 miles from Central, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Piedmont, SC (18 miles from Central, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Discover a more connected Senior Accountant career At Bigham Cable Construction, as a Senior Accountant, you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing the monthly financials, analyzing financial data and...

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Central, SC

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Central, SC 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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