Top 14 Payroll accountant Jobs in Chattanooga, Tn

Accountant II
Hamilton County Department Of Education —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Cost Accountant
HHM Talent —Chattanooga, TN
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Office
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Director of Operations & Accounting (Chattanooga, TN)
CORE Safety Group —Chattanooga, TN
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 7 years
- CPA
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Palco —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- Remote
- Writing skills
- Research
- 3 years
- Paid training
- AD&D insurance
3d
Senior Accountant - Cunningham Recreation
PlayCore —Chattanooga, TN
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
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3d
Accounting and HR Manager
HPP Carpets, LLC —Dalton, GA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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10d

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Accounting Clerk
The Chattanoogan Hotel (Curio by Hilton) —Chattanooga, TN
The Accounting Clerk is responsible for supporting the hotel’s financial operations by performing a variety of accounting and clerical tasks.
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Account Clerk #1218 - Accounting - Ambulance Billing - Finance Division
Hamilton County, TN —Hamilton County, TN
A valid driver’s license is required. Under general supervision, performs routine financial and accounting related clerical duties such as opening and…
$34,557 - $43,196 a year
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Staff Accountant
MedVet —Worthington, OH
The Staff Accountant is responsible for calculating and processing doctor’s payroll, monthly revenue journal entries and doctor pay analysis.
$55,000 - $65,000 a year
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Accountant
Encova Insurance —Columbus, OH
Possess the ability to use technical tools to perform analysis and create efficiencies in reporting. Daily analysis and journal entries relating to the…
$49,225 - $88,210 a year
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Accountant II

Hamilton County Department Of Education -
Chattanooga, TN

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Computer operation
Research
Computer skills

Full Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The purpose of this classification is to independently perform professional accounting, financial analysis, budgeting, reconciliation, and reporting functions in support of district financial operations. This position is responsible for reviewing financial data, preparing and reviewing financial reports, monitoring account activity and budget performance, resolving accounting discrepancies, and supporting compliance with governmental accounting standards, district procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations. The role exercises discretion and judgment in evaluating financial information, ing accounting principles, researching and resolving operational issues, and supporting financial and operational decision-making. This position also provides technical guidance and support to departments regarding financial procedures, reporting requirements, budgeting, and compliance matters while developing and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described.

Independently prepare, review, analyze, and post journal entries and financial transactions in accordance with established accounting standards, district procedures, and internal controls.
Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts with minimal supervision
Review and evaluate financial data to ensure proper classification, coding, and reporting of financial activity.
Support accounts payable/receivable and cash management processes
Monitor budgets and expenditures; identify and investigate variances; and recommend corrective actions.
Assist in budget preparation, projections, and amendments
Maintain budget tracking tools and provide updates to departments
Support position control and financial planning activities
Prepare routine and non-routine financial reports and statements
Analyze and evaluate financial data, coding structures, payroll information, and accounting records to identify discrepancies, ensure compliance, and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure timely submission of required reports (internal and external)
Assist in audit preparation and reporting requirements
Perform bank reconciliations and account reconciliations by gathering, reviewing, and analyzing financial data for accuracy and completeness account and bank reconciliations independently
Analyze and investigate discrepancies using independent judgement to determine root causes and develop and implement and effective correction actions.
Conduct basic to intermediate financial analysis and trend review
GAAP and governmental accounting standards, exercising independent judgement to address complex or non-routine transactions
Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Support audit activities and provide required documentation
Serve as a resource and point of contact for departments regarding financial procedures, accounting practices, coding structures, payroll matters, budget questions, and reporting requirements.
Provide guidance, training, and technical support regarding financial processes, procedures, reporting expectations, and operational requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (HR, payroll, budget, grants)
Participate in year-end close processes, financial reconciliations, reporting activities, and related compliance requirements.
Assist with system updates, testing, and process improvements
Support special projects and system updates as assigned
Use financial systems to input, retrieve, and manage data accurately
Attends meetings as needed.
Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law and Code of Professional Conduct as defined by Board Policy 5.6011.
Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to schools, community, businesses, Superintendent of Schools, Board of Education, and other stakeholders.
Attends work and arrives to work on time.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or closely related field;
Supplemented by four (4) years previous experience and/or training that includes general accounting, governmental accounting, accrual accounting, and personal computer operations;
Two (2) years experience in governmental accounting or related field.
Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills to deal effectively with students, educators, parents, and community members.
Demonstrate excellent planning, organizational, problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills.

Compensation
Salary is based on a combination of relevant education and experience.

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