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7 results for Senior Cost Accountant in Columbia, SC

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
Staff Accountant
  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a <strong>Staff Accountant </strong>to support accounting operations for a large organization in downtown Columbia. Client is open to an entry level candidate with a bachelors in accounting OR someone with accounting experience. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records for assigned property portfolios.</p><p>• Manage general ledger activity and review transactions to ensure completeness, proper classification, and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Execute month-end close tasks on schedule, including financial statement preparation and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate discrepancies to resolve outstanding items promptly.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor cash activity to confirm accuracy between accounting records and bank statements.</p><p>• Partner with property managers, owners, tenants, and vendors to address accounting questions and support operational needs.</p><p>• Assist in preparing recurring and ad hoc financial reports that help stakeholders evaluate performance.</p><p>• Maintain organized records and uphold internal controls to support audit readiness and reporting accuracy.</p>
  • 2026-06-16T00:00:00Z
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
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
Project Accountant
  • Lexington, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our Greenville client is seeking a Project Accountant. Please contact Jordy Kirr, Recruiting Manager, if interested.</p><p><br></p><p>As a Project Accountant, you will be responsible for the entire life cycle of project related transactions. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting project-level cost visibility, and keeping core accounting activities on schedule. The person in this role will work closely with company leadership and internal teams to strengthen financial organization, support informed decisions, and help build efficient processes for continued growth. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Responsibilities and Duties: </strong> </p><ul><li>Adhere to and promote the company policies, safety standards, and Mission Statement of Veranda Homes. </li><li>Represent the company professionally in all internal and external interactions and communications. </li><li>Review, code, and enter daily project related transactions, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. </li><li>Research discrepancies and resolve issues both internally and externally in a timely manner. </li><li>Maintain accurate and organized financial records and documentation in all project related areas from startup to closeout, ensure adherence to internal controls, and compliance with financial regulations and standards. </li><li>Monitor project costs across active jobs, ensuring budgets, committed spending, deposits, and draws are tracked correctly. </li><li>Work with ownership, field personnel, office staff, and vendors to keep financial and project information accurate, timely, and aligned. </li><li>Prepare and distribute project reports and analyses for management review. </li><li>Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities and reconciliations related to projects, as well as year-end 1099 reporting. </li><li>Process and manage lot specific expenses, specifically all utility transactions daily and real estate property tax transactions annually. </li><li>Recommend and implement process improvements to accounting workflows, reporting practices, documentation standards, and financial controls. </li></ul>
  • 2026-06-18T00:00:00Z
Sr Accountant
  • Columbia, SC
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented <strong>Sr. Accountant</strong> to support full-cycle accounting functions. This role is ideal for an experienced accountant who enjoys working in a deadline-driven environment, maintaining accurate records, and producing dependable financial reports. You will partner with operational leaders and other stakeholders to help ensure accounts are handled efficiently and in alignment with business needs.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>COMPANY OFFERS 1 DAY REMOTE WEEKLY!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records for assigned accounts and properties.</p><p>• Perform month-end closing activities, including reviewing ledgers and resolving discrepancies within required timelines.</p><p>• Reconcile general ledger accounts, balance sheet accounts, and bank statements to ensure completeness and accuracy.</p><p>• Monitor financial activity for assigned properties and support the preparation of routine reports for internal teams and clients.</p><p>• Work closely with property managers, vendors, and other business partners to research issues and provide accounting support.</p><p>• Review account activity, investigate variances, and follow through on outstanding items to keep records current and reliable.</p>
  • 2026-06-16T00:00:00Z
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>
  • 2026-06-19T00:00:00Z