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10 results for Cost Accountant in Hickory, NC

Fund Accountant
  • Charlotte, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Fund Accountant to support financial operations for investment vehicles within our asset management organization in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role will focus on fund reporting, close activities, audit and tax coordination, and oversight of key deliverables prepared with external service providers. The ideal candidate brings strong investment accounting knowledge, sound analytical ability, and a disciplined approach to meeting recurring reporting deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Produce and evaluate quarterly fund financial statements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with applicable accounting and reporting standards.<br>• Lead monthly close coordination by working closely with the fund administrator and internal investment accounting partners to keep deliverables on schedule.<br>• Examine supporting schedules and investor-related calculations, including fee allocations, distribution models, and statement packages, for quality and consistency.<br>• Oversee recurring and ad hoc investor reporting requests by partnering with external administrators and internal relationship teams to deliver timely supplemental information.<br>• Support the completion of annual audits across multiple investment entities by organizing documentation, addressing requests, and facilitating communication with auditors.<br>• Partner with external tax advisors on data gathering, analysis, filings, registrations, and review of fund tax return materials.<br>• Act as a key contact for compliance matters related to investment structures, coordinating with asset managers and outside tax professionals as needed.<br>• Prepare and maintain quarterly benchmark reporting, variance analysis, and other fund-level performance support materials.<br>• Review quarterly debt compliance reporting and contribute accounting support for acquisitions, transactions, and other investment activity.
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Belmont, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join an educational institution in Belmont, North Carolina in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position will play an important role in supporting daily accounting operations, helping maintain accurate financial records, and assisting with key close activities. The ideal candidate is comfortable working onsite, can manage multiple accounting priorities, and brings a strong foundation in transactional accounting and reconciliations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day accounting activities to support the institution’s financial operations with accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Process and monitor accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, ensuring proper documentation and follow-through.<br>• Prepare account and bank reconciliations to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Record journal entries and maintain the integrity of the general ledger across routine accounting cycles.<br>• Assist with month-end close tasks, including reviewing activity, organizing supporting schedules, and helping finalize financial records.<br>• Use Blackbaud Financial Edge to enter, track, and manage accounting data and reporting needs.<br>• Collaborate with internal team members to address accounting issues, improve workflow consistency, and support departmental priorities.
  • 2026-09-20T00:00:00Z
Sales Tax/ Indirect Tax Accountant
  • Concord, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a skilled Sales Tax/Indirect Tax Accountant to join our team in Concord, North Carolina. In this role, you will play a key part in managing tax compliance, ensuring accurate reporting, and contributing to the company&#39;s overall financial integrity. This position offers an opportunity to leverage your expertise in corporate and indirect taxes while working closely with cross-functional teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and review corporate income and sales tax returns to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.<br>• Conduct tax research and provide insights to support decision-making processes and ensure adherence to evolving tax laws.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to complete annual income tax provisions and related documentation.<br>• Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and minimize liabilities.<br>• Assist in audits and respond to inquiries from tax authorities with timely and accurate information.<br>• Maintain detailed records of tax filings and compliance activities for organizational reference.<br>• Monitor changes in tax regulations and implement necessary adjustments to the company’s tax processes.<br>• Support the preparation and filing of sales and use tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.<br>• Work closely with external consultants or auditors to facilitate smooth tax reporting and compliance processes.<br>• Provide guidance and training to less experienced staff on tax-related matters and best practices.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Sr. Project Accountant
  • Charlotte, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr. Project Accountant to oversee financial activity across assigned projects in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role partners closely with project teams and corporate finance to maintain accurate project records, support contract-driven billing and revenue recognition, and deliver timely reporting for business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in project accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and analysis within a structured, deadline-driven environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain accurate financial records for assigned projects within the general ledger, ensuring transactions are recorded completely and in line with accounting standards.<br>• Prepare and post project-related journal entries, including accruals, deferrals, reallocations, and fee calculations based on contract terms and operational input.<br>• Review contracts and amendments to establish projects correctly in Oracle, including billing arrangements, labor rates, funding limits, retainage, and milestone schedules.<br>• Generate customer invoices, monitor unbilled balances, and support collections by resolving billing discrepancies and providing supporting documentation.<br>• Reconcile project accounts and analyze differences between actual results and estimates, highlighting trends and explaining material variances to management.<br>• Produce monthly financial reports for both formal reporting and internal review, including revenue calculations and percentage-of-completion analysis where applicable.<br>• Collaborate with project managers on budget development, forecast updates, and Estimates to Complete, ensuring financial data remains current and reliable.<br>• Assist with audit and due diligence requests by assembling project accounting records, reconciliations, and other required financial support.<br>• Partner with internal stakeholders and customers to address invoice questions, clarify charges, and improve the accuracy and timeliness of project billing.<br>• Support procurement and payables activity related to projects, including purchase requisition review and invoice payment coordination as needed.
  • 2026-09-17T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • Statesville, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our team in Statesville, North Carolina. In this role, you will play a key part in analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and delivering insights that guide strategic decision-making. If you have a strong aptitude for numbers and a passion for financial modeling, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth financial analysis to evaluate business performance and identify trends.<br>• Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting and decision-making processes.<br>• Perform ad hoc financial analyses to address specific business needs and provide actionable insights.<br>• Analyze variances between planned and actual financial outcomes, identifying root causes and areas for improvement.<br>• Utilize data mining techniques to extract and interpret financial data from various sources.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights and recommendations.<br>• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for management.<br>• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data by verifying and reconciling discrepancies.<br>• Monitor industry trends and economic conditions to assess their potential impact on financial performance.<br>• Support budgeting and planning activities by providing accurate and timely financial projections.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Financial Analyst
  • Denver, Colorado
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join a long-term contract opportunity in Denver, Colorado. This position will focus on quality review and investigative analysis within financial crimes compliance, helping ensure casework meets internal standards and regulatory expectations. The role is ideal for someone who can evaluate complex activity, apply sound judgment, and produce clear documentation in a highly controlled environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Examine alerts and completed investigations to verify accuracy, completeness, and adherence to quality expectations.</p><p>• Evaluate transactional activity and supporting research to decide whether additional escalation is warranted.</p><p>• Analyze investigative results to identify situations that may justify recommending a Suspicious Activity Report.</p><p>• Prepare thorough, well-organized summaries that align with compliance guidelines and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Apply critical thinking to identify inconsistencies, gaps, or risk indicators within reviewed cases.</p><p>• Use Excel and data analysis techniques to interpret findings, spot trends, and support review decisions.</p><p>• Partner with compliance and risk stakeholders to promote consistent review practices and strong case quality.</p>
  • 2026-09-18T00:00:00Z
Tax Manager - Public
  • Cornelius, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 90000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a public accounting firm serving clients from Cornelius, North Carolina. This role leads complex tax engagements, provides strategic guidance on compliance and planning matters, and helps ensure high-quality service across a diverse client base. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting client relationships and team performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and review of corporate tax filings, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable regulations.<br>• Oversee annual income tax provision work and analyze supporting schedules to deliver complete and reliable reporting.<br>• Advise clients on tax planning strategies, entity structure considerations, and the implications of new business formations.<br>• Manage sales and use tax activities, including filings, research, and issue resolution using relevant tax software tools.<br>• Supervise engagement workflows, delegate assignments effectively, and review work products to maintain quality standards.<br>• Serve as a primary point of contact for client tax matters, responding to questions and presenting practical recommendations.<br>• Conduct technical research on complex tax issues and translate findings into clear guidance for clients and internal teams.<br>• Support process improvements within the tax function, including updates to software usage and engagement procedures when needed.
  • 2026-08-24T00:00:00Z
Investment Accounting Associate
  • Charlotte, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an Investment Accounting Associate to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position offers the chance to contribute to a growing private investment firm where you will support core financial operations, reporting, and compliance activities while working closely with firm leadership. The role is ideal for a hands-on accounting specialist who thrives in an entrepreneurial setting and enjoys partnering across both the firm and its portfolio companies. You will play an important part in strengthening financial processes and delivering accurate, timely information to internal stakeholders and investors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting activities across the firm, including general ledger maintenance, payables, receivables, journal entries, and month-end close.<br>• Produce financial statements and internal management reports that provide leadership with clear and timely insight into performance.<br>• Strengthen accounting structures by maintaining the chart of accounts, supporting internal controls, and completing account and bank reconciliations.<br>• Monitor liquidity, coordinate treasury activity, and serve as a key contact for banking relationships and cash management matters.<br>• Partner with outside tax advisors to support preparation and filing of federal, state, and local tax documents, including partnership returns, K-1 reporting, and related entity filings.<br>• Administer investor-related financial processes such as capital calls, distributions, record maintenance, and reporting through the firm’s investor systems.<br>• Prepare recurring investor materials, including periodic financial updates, capital account information, and performance reporting packages.<br>• Support fund economics by calculating management fees and carried interest in line with governing agreements.<br>• Lead the quarterly valuation support process for portfolio holdings, coordinating with external valuation specialists when needed and summarizing conclusions for leadership.<br>• Track portfolio company results against budgets and investment assumptions while maintaining organized investment-level financial records and key operating metrics.
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z
Accountant Advanced (>6 years)
  • Charlotte, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 44 - 44 USD / Hourly
  • <ul><li><strong>Position:</strong> Accountant Advanced / Syndicated Loan Servicing Specialist (Contract-to-Hire)</li><li><strong>Location:</strong> 4201 Congress Street, Charlotte, NC 28209</li><li><strong>Schedule:</strong> Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (100% Onsite)</li><li><strong>Required Experience:</strong> 15+ years of Commercial Lending, Asset-Based Lending, or Syndicated Loan Servicing Experience</li><li><strong>Interview Process:</strong> Up to 2 Zoom Interviews</li></ul><p><strong>Job Description</strong></p><p>In this role, you will provide operational support for syndicated and bilateral loans tied to some of the largest and most sophisticated corporate loan transactions in the market. You will serve as a primary point of contact for borrowers, lenders, and internal business partners while delivering an exceptional servicing experience.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide deal origination and execution support to Asset Based Lending (ABL) deal teams.</li><li>Serve as the primary loan servicing contact for internal and external clients.</li><li>Read, interpret, and analyze complex syndicated and bilateral credit agreements.</li><li>Review new deals, restructures, and amendments to ensure accurate system setup and compliance.</li><li>Process and oversee funding activities, repricings, payments, and loan transactions.</li><li>Calculate and monitor complex interest and fee accruals.</li><li>Reconcile daily funding and payment activity while ensuring accurate cash movement.</li><li>Partner with attorneys and internal stakeholders on documentation and servicing requirements.</li><li>Deliver best-in-class customer service to borrowers, lenders, and business partners.</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li><strong>15+ years of Commercial Lending, Loan Servicing, Asset-Based Lending, or Syndicated Lending experience (REQUIRED).</strong></li><li>Strong experience supporting syndicated and bilateral loan transactions.</li><li>Experience reading and interpreting credit agreements and legal loan documentation.</li><li>Client-facing experience with strong relationship management skills.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel.</li><li>Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>LoanIQ experience.</li><li>Syndicated loan servicing background.</li><li>Asset-Based Lending (ABL) experience.</li><li>Corporate banking or wholesale lending experience.</li><li>Experience managing a client portfolio.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-09-10T00:00:00Z
Sr Staff Accountant
  • Mooresville, North Carolina
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Sr Staff Accountant to support financial operations and reporting for a growing organization in Mooresville, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong technical accounting knowledge, stays organized in a fast-paced setting, and can manage multiple priorities across entities and locations. The successful candidate will contribute to accurate reporting, daily accounting activities, and process improvements that strengthen the overall finance function.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and deliver recurring financial statements, supporting schedules, and required disclosures for local leadership and corporate stakeholders.<br>• Oversee customer invoicing activities, monitor outstanding receivables, and respond to billing questions to help maintain accurate account balances.<br>• Handle accounting responsibilities across more than one company and location while maintaining consistency and control in financial records.<br>• Support accounts payable operations by entering invoices, coordinating vendor disbursements, and helping ensure timely payment processing.<br>• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts to confirm accuracy and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Review and reconcile intercompany transactions and balances to ensure alignment between related entities.<br>• Assist with payroll administration and statutory payroll-related tasks, ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting activities by compiling financial data and supporting planning analysis.<br>• Produce custom financial analyses, management reports, and other requested deliverables, while also assisting with special projects and finance process updates as business needs evolve.
  • 2026-08-31T00:00:00Z