Accountant Jobs in Norris, TN

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

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Phillips & Jordan, Inc. (P&J), a Phillips Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. company, is a certified woman-owned, heavy civil and power infrastructure contractor established in 1952. P&J is a proven...

Project Accountant

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 1 day ago

The Christman Company is looking for a Project Accountant in our Knoxville, Tennessee region. This position is responsible for supporting the project team throughout the completion of a project....

AR Accountant (Hybrid Eligible)

  • Oak Ridge, TN (19 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (19 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Initiate and review all journal entries in SAP related to AR and ensure the entries have the correct STARS attributes for Financial Reporting....

Research Accountant: Division of Research Administration - UTK

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Level I, to Accountant Level II, to Accountant Level III, to Manager....

LDA - Research Accountant 1: Division of Research Administration - UTK

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Level I, to Accountant Level II, to Accountant Level III, to Manager....

Staff Accountant

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 10 days ago

Compile and analyze financial information to prepare journal entries, complete assigned reconciliations of general ledger accounts and prepare financial reports) Utilize Generally Accepted Accounting...

Senior Accountant, Max Content

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 14 days ago

Your Role Accountabilities Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations for in-house original productions, third-party and intercompany licensed content assets, accruals, prepayments, and amortization...

Healthcare Accountant I Full Time Days

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 17 days ago

The healthcare accountant gathers, analyzes, and interprets financial data to assist in the monthly closing of financial systems and completes a variety of balance sheet reconciliations....

Senior Healthcare Accountant

  • Oak Ridge, TN (19 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 29 days ago
  • Oak Ridge, TN (19 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 29 days ago

RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit hospital and community mental health center based in Oak Ridge, TN, has an opening for a full-time Senior Accountant....

Staff Accountant

  • Farragut, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Farragut, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 30+ days 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

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 30+ days 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

  • Norris, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norris, TN
  • 30+ days 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....

Senior Accountant

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 30+ days ago

Insight Global is looking for a Senior Accountant to become a part of their expense team in a corporate setting for a contract period of 4-6 months....

Senior Accountant

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Overview Reporting to the Controller, your Senior Accounting expertise will be utilized to prepare financial reports to track the organization s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax...

Project Division Cash Accountant

  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN (18 miles from Norris, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or a Treasury certification (CTP) are a plus....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Norris, TN

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Norris, TN 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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