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3 results for Entry Level Accountant Financial Services in Columbia, SC

Staff Accountant

Columbia, SC
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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. Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day general ledger accounting activities and ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and on time. • Prepare month-end account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies to support accurate reporting. • Create and post journal entries related to routine accounting operations and closing activities. • Assist with audit readiness by organizing schedules, supporting documentation, and responding to requests during preliminary and fieldwork phases. • Perform bank reconciliations and review cash activity to confirm alignment between internal records and banking information. • Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes by helping finalize balances and maintain reporting accuracy. • Support tax-related accounting tasks, including work connected to corporate tax and sales tax matters, as needed. • Provide accounting coverage for the team during a contract staffing gap and collaborate closely with internal finance leadership. • 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
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Financial Reporting Analyst to join our client'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. Responsibilities:• Prepare, review, and interpret financial statements and create detailed financial models to support various projects.• Perform due diligence and deliver comprehensive market research and competitive analyses.• Execute special projects such as impairment analyses, financial forecasting, and general ledger reconciliations.• Develop and present customized reports, including audited financial reviews and discounted cash flow analyses.• Provide expertise on accounting issues for departments without dedicated accounting staff.• Collaborate with senior management to identify financial objectives and implement solutions.• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and practices while maintaining accuracy in all financial reporting.• Utilize advanced tools and software to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting efficiency.
2026-06-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Gaston, SC
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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. Responsibilities: • Enter high volumes of financial data with accuracy while maintaining organized and up-to-date records. • Review, code, and process vendor invoices to support timely payments and proper expense tracking. • Communicate with suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies, missing details, and payment-related questions. • Assist with account reconciliation activities to help ensure balances and transactions are correct. • Support check runs and payment processing for vendors, subcontractors, and other business obligations. • Record inventory-related costs, operating expenses, and subcontractor payments within the accounting system. • Contribute across the accounting function by helping with billing, cash application, and other administrative finance tasks when needed. • Use accounting platforms and spreadsheets to maintain records and help improve the accuracy of daily transaction processing.
2026-06-10T00:00:00Z