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8 results for Accounting Specialist in Columbia, SC

Tax Compliance Specialist
  • West Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Tax Compliance Specialist to research and develop tax reporting and state licensing compliance in West Columbia, South Carolina. This position centers on federal and state tax obligations, with a strong emphasis on regulatory accuracy, timely filings, and ongoing monitoring of jurisdictional requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, a disciplined approach to research, and the ability to coordinate effectively across internal teams and external agencies.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Track and interpret updates to federal and state rules affecting tax withholding and reporting and apply those changes to daily compliance activities.</p><p>• Create and refine procedures based on state-specific requirements to promote accurate and consistent processing.</p><p>• Prepare and submit forms to the appropriate tax authorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy and completeness.</p><p>• Manage recurring state reporting obligations, including quarterly filings, to ensure deadlines and regulatory requirements are met.</p><p>• Review state licensing rules, monitor renewal or registration changes, and help maintain compliance with applicable jurisdictional standards.</p><p>• Support the setup of required state accounts and assist with ongoing filings or documentation connected to licensing obligations.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to organize compliance data, validate regulatory interpretations, and support the review of submitted returns and reports.</p><p>• Serve as a point of contact during tax authority examinations by gathering records, addressing questions, and helping resolve filing discrepancies.</p><p>• Contribute to additional compliance-related projects and operational tasks that support departmental priorities and business objectives.</p>
  • 2026-06-01T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 36 - 42 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support the finance team at a higher education organization in Columbia, South Carolina. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who can step in quickly, work fully onsite, and provide dependable support across core general ledger activities, reconciliations, and audit preparation. The person in this role will help maintain accurate financial records while assisting the team through a busy reporting and audit period.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day general ledger accounting activities and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time.<br>• Prepare month-end account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to support accurate reporting.<br>• Create and post journal entries related to routine accounting operations and closing activities.<br>• Assist with audit readiness by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to requests during preliminary and fieldwork phases.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations and review cash activity to confirm alignment between internal records and banking information.<br>• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes by helping finalize balances and maintain reporting accuracy.<br>• Support tax-related accounting tasks, including work connected to corporate tax and sales tax matters, as needed.<br>• Provide accounting coverage for the team during a contract staffing gap and collaborate closely with internal finance leadership.<br>• Use financial systems and tools, including Jenzabar and payroll-related platforms, to research transactions and complete assigned accounting work.
  • 2026-06-11T00:00:00Z
Financial Reporting Analyst
  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a skilled Financial Reporting Analyst to join our client&#39;s team in Columbia, South Carolina. As a key contributor to their financial operations, you will provide detailed reports and analyses that support strategic decision-making and help achieve organizational goals. This role requires a blend of analytical expertise, financial modeling skills, and the ability to interpret complex data to drive business insights. This is a highly visible role that interacts frequently with senior finance leaders and the C-Suite. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities</u></strong>:</p><p>• Prepare, review, and interpret financial statements and create detailed financial models to support various projects.</p><p>• Perform due diligence and deliver comprehensive market research and competitive analyses.</p><p>• Execute special projects such as impairment analyses, financial forecasting, and general ledger reconciliations.</p><p>• Develop and present customized reports, including audited financial reviews and discounted cash flow analyses.</p><p>• Provide expertise on accounting issues for departments without dedicated accounting staff.</p><p>• Collaborate with senior management to identify financial objectives and implement solutions.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices while maintaining accuracy in all financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize advanced tools and software to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting efficiency.</p>
  • 2026-06-02T00:00:00Z
Accounts Payable Clerk
  • Gaston, SC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 19.95 - 23.1 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a wholesale distribution team in Gaston, South Carolina on a Contract basis. This position is fully onsite and offers the opportunity to support day-to-day financial operations in a collaborative, family-oriented workplace. The ideal candidate will bring strong data entry accuracy, experience handling vendor invoice questions, and the flexibility to assist with a range of accounting tasks as business needs change.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Enter high volumes of financial data with accuracy while maintaining organized and up-to-date records.<br>• Review, code, and process vendor invoices to support timely payments and proper expense tracking.<br>• Communicate with suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies, missing details, and payment-related questions.<br>• Assist with account reconciliation activities to help ensure balances and transactions are correct.<br>• Support check runs and payment processing for vendors, subcontractors, and other business obligations.<br>• Record inventory-related costs, operating expenses, and subcontractor payments within the accounting system.<br>• Contribute across the accounting function by helping with billing, cash application, and other administrative finance tasks when needed.<br>• Use accounting platforms and spreadsheets to maintain records and help improve the accuracy of daily transaction processing.
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Accounts Receivable Clerk
  • Gaston, SC
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Clerk to support day-to-day receivables activity for a wholesale distribution operation in Gaston, South Carolina. This Long-term Contract opportunity is suited for someone who can manage incoming payments, follow up on outstanding balances, and keep billing records accurate and current. The ideal candidate brings strong accounts receivable experience along with added flexibility to assist with related payables tasks when needed.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process customer invoices, post incoming payments, and maintain accurate accounts receivable records.<br>• Apply cash receipts to the correct customer accounts and investigate discrepancies to ensure balances are up to date.<br>• Conduct commercial collections outreach with close attention to detail to resolve overdue invoices and improve payment timeliness.<br>• Review account activity, reconcile customer balances, and support month-end receivables reporting needs.<br>• Handle billing-related tasks with close attention to detail to reduce errors and support efficient cash flow.<br>• Communicate with internal teams and customers to address payment questions, remittance issues, and account adjustments.<br>• Provide cross-functional support for selected accounts payable duties and other finance-related administrative tasks as needed.
  • 2026-06-10T00:00:00Z
Project Accountant
  • Lexington, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a Project Accountant to support the financial oversight of construction-related work in Lexington, South Carolina. This position will manage project-level accounting activities, help maintain accurate cost reporting, and partner with operations teams to keep billing and financial records on track. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in project accounting and is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor project financial activity, including cost tracking, revenue recognition, invoicing, and budget performance across active assignments.</p><p>• Prepare and maintain accurate accounting records for construction projects while ensuring transactions are recorded in line with company and client requirements.</p><p>• Reconcile project accounts, review contract-related financial data, and investigate discrepancies to support timely month-end and project closeout processes.</p><p>• Partner with project managers and operational stakeholders to provide clear financial updates, forecast outcomes, and highlight risks affecting project profitability.</p><p>• Generate routine and ad hoc reports to support management visibility into project performance.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z
SNR Accounting Manager
  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee core financial operations and help ensure accurate, timely reporting for an organization in Columbia, South Carolina. This role will guide month-end activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and support compliance through strong controls and documentation. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on management style, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to partner effectively across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly close process, coordinating timelines, reviewing entries, and ensuring reporting deadlines are consistently achieved.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity by validating account accuracy, monitoring transactions, and maintaining strong accounting records.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation to ensure completeness and adherence to accounting standards.</p><p>• Manage account reconciliations across key balance sheet and income statement accounts, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Support financial statement audit activities by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and helping maintain audit readiness throughout the year.</p><p>• Evaluate accounting workflows and strengthen internal controls to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency within the department.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to address reporting questions, provide financial insight, and support operational decision-making.</p>
  • 2026-05-21T00:00:00Z
Sr. Financial Analyst
  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis within a manufacturing setting in Columbia, South Carolina. This role partners closely with finance and operational teams to turn financial data into practical recommendations that strengthen profitability, efficiency, and planning. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, a command of manufacturing finance, and the ability to communicate clear insights to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze financial activities across the business and by division.</p><p>• Prepare leadership reports and detailed schedules that support business reviews and decision-making.</p><p>• Evaluate results against plan through variance analysis, trend reviews, and performance reporting for operational leadership.</p><p>• Analyze profitability, pricing, product mix, and sales patterns to uncover margin improvement and growth opportunities.</p><p><br></p>
  • 2026-06-05T00:00:00Z