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10 results for Tax Accountant in Lexington, KY

Cost Accountant

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial planning and cost control activities in Central, Kentucky. This role focuses on analyzing production and operating costs, improving reporting accuracy, and helping leaders make informed budgeting and investment decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with accounting systems, capital expenditure tracking, and cross-functional financial analysis. Responsibilities:• Analyze direct and indirect costs to identify trends, variances, and opportunities to improve financial performance• Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, and budget-related analyses to support operational and leadership decisions• Monitor capital expenditure activity and ensure project spending is recorded accurately and aligned with approved budgets• Partner with operations, finance, and accounting teams to strengthen cost controls and improve the reliability of financial data• Support accounts payable and other core accounting activities by reviewing coding, allocations, and transaction accuracy• Use ERP and accounting software platforms to manage financial records, generate reporting, and streamline routine processes• Assist with month-end and year-end close tasks related to inventory, accruals, and cost accounting entries• Evaluate cost structures and recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency and reporting consistency
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
50000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Lexington, Kentucky. In this role, you will manage various accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial processes. You will play a key role in maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and supporting overall organizational objectives. Responsibilities: • Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate transactions. • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. • Reconcile general ledger accounts and assist in month-end closing activities. • Generate financial reports to support decision-making and compliance requirements. • Manage payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. • Utilize QuickBooks and other accounting software to streamline processes and enhance efficiency. • Collaborate with team members to resolve discrepancies and improve accounting workflows. • Support audits and provide documentation as needed. • Maintain strict confidentiality of financial information and company records. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting department.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Tax Staff - Corporate

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to support corporate sales and use tax activities in Kentucky. In this role, you will help ensure accurate indirect tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions while partnering with internal teams to strengthen reporting and controls. This position is well suited for someone with a solid accounting foundation who enjoys research, reconciliation, and working in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and submit sales and use tax filings on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis for various state and local jurisdictions.• Evaluate financial transactions to determine correct indirect tax treatment and help maintain compliance with applicable regulations.• Reconcile tax-related general ledger accounts, resolve variances, and support accurate financial reporting.• Maintain exemption certificate records, verify tax-exempt documentation, and monitor customer exemption status.• Research state and local tax rules, summarize findings, and share business impacts with management and cross-functional partners.• Provide support during tax audits by organizing records, compiling requested materials, and responding to information requests.• Review accounts payable activity to identify use tax obligations and assist with timely accruals and journal entry support.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close processes related to tax accounts, reporting, and reconciliations.• Partner with teams across accounting, finance, operations, purchasing, and IT to improve tax processes, strengthen controls, and support tax software administration and system maintenance.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
Position SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join our accounting team. This role will be responsible for month-end close activities, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and supporting the overall accuracy and integrity of financial records. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Lead month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Analyze financial results and investigate variances.</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.</li><li>Assist with financial statement preparation and management reporting.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis efforts.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and assist with annual audit requests.</li><li>Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and internal controls.</li><li>Review fixed assets, accruals, prepaid expenses, and balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional departments to resolve accounting issues and provide financial insight.</li><li>Assist with special projects and ad hoc reporting as needed.</li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Tax Director/Manager - Corporate

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 Like tax but don't like busy season? Give me a call. We are looking for an experienced tax leader to oversee corporate tax operations for a service organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This role guides compliance, reporting, and planning activities while working closely with finance, operations, and outside advisors to support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical tax knowledge, leadership capability, and the ability to manage deadlines across multiple jurisdictions with accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities:• Direct the preparation and completion of federal and state income tax filings in partnership with external tax specialists.• Organize internal review workflows, approvals, signatures, and supporting records to ensure accurate and timely submissions.• Oversee tax compliance and reporting requirements across federal, state, and local jurisdictions, including multi-state obligations.• Manage quarterly and annual tax provision processes, balance sheet reconciliations, and related documentation.• Track legislative and regulatory tax changes, assess business impact, and communicate key considerations to leadership.• Collaborate with finance and operational teams to evaluate the tax treatment of business initiatives, projects, and capital spending.• Strengthen tax-related procedures, controls, and efficiencies to reduce risk and improve overall process performance.• Lead responses to audits, notices, and information requests from taxing authorities and coordinate documentation with internal and external stakeholders.• Maintain the tax calendar and monitor filing milestones to ensure all deadlines and compliance commitments are met.• Supervise, mentor, and develop tax team members while providing leadership on planning opportunities and emerging tax risks.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Tax Sr. - Corporate

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
For immediate consideration contact Lisa James at (859)788-3684 We are looking for a detail-oriented tax specialist to support corporate tax compliance activities in Central, Kentucky. This role focuses on reviewing complex tax data, contributing to U.S. tax filings, and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accuracy and consistency. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, sound judgment, and a solid understanding of federal corporate tax requirements. You will also help strengthen reporting processes by improving controls, documentation, and overall data quality. Responsibilities:• Review taxpayer records from internal platforms to confirm complete and accurate populations for U.S. filing requirements.• Evaluate submissions provided by business participants and third-party representatives, resolving inconsistencies and identifying missing information.• Examine tax and financial data to detect unusual items, research exceptions, and escalate issues that require deeper review.• Contribute to the preparation of corporate tax filings by applying relevant U.S. federal tax rules and supporting documentation standards.• Compile schedules, analysis, and reporting packages for assessment by outside U.S. tax advisors.• Perform reconciliations across tax accounts and related data sets, investigate variances, and coordinate issue resolution with stakeholders.• Assist with estimated tax calculations and support the ongoing reconciliation of tax balances.• Maintain clear procedural records, control documentation, and operating guidance to support compliance activities.• Identify opportunities to improve workflow efficiency, strengthen data integrity, and expand automation where practical.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Lexington, KY
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Temporary to Hire
19.7885 - 22.913 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join an engineering organization in Lexington, Kentucky for a contract opportunity. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, thrives on accuracy, and takes pride in keeping financial information organized and up to date. As part of a collaborative accounting team, you'll play a key role in the full accounts payable process, including high-volume invoice entry, purchase order matching, account coding, and payment support. The company offers a professional yet relaxed business-casual environment and values team members who are detail-oriented, dependable, and eager to contribute. Essential Functions and Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and efficiently in the accounts payable system• Match purchase orders to invoices and supporting documentation to ensure proper authorization and billing accuracy• Review invoices for correct sales tax treatment and compliance before processing payments• Manage job-cost-related invoices with a strong attention to detail• Support ACH payments and check runs according to established procedures• Code invoices to the appropriate general ledger accounts• Maintain organized records and documentation throughout the payables cycle• Navigate accounting software and workflows to ensure timely and accurate processing• Collaborate closely with internal team members to support efficient accounts payable operations
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Lexington, KY
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Temporary / Contract
18 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day payment operations for a construction and contractor-focused organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This long-term contract position is ideal for someone who can manage invoice workflows with precision, maintain strong vendor communication, and help keep financial records accurate and current. The role will contribute to timely payment processing, reimbursement handling, and adherence to accounting procedures in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Review incoming vendor invoices against purchase orders and supporting documents to confirm charges, quantities, and approvals before payment.• Handle a steady volume of payables transactions while maintaining accuracy, completeness, and alignment with company accounting practices.• Investigate billing differences and coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to correct pricing, quantity, or documentation issues.• Assign proper general ledger accounts, departments, and cost centers to invoices so expenses are recorded correctly.• Post accounts payable activity within the appropriate reporting period to support reliable financial records.• Reconcile supplier statements, research outstanding items, and resolve account discrepancies in a timely manner.• Respond to vendor questions regarding invoices, payments, and balances with professionalism and clear follow-through.• Process employee reimbursement requests and maintain organized documentation for each transaction.• Support compliance efforts by preserving required records, including tax forms and audit-related documentation, and assisting with internal or external review requests.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Lexington, KY
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Temporary / Contract
18 - 20 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support day-to-day financial operations for a construction-focused organization in Lexington, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and confident handling invoice activity, payment processing, and account review. The role will contribute to accurate financial records by managing payable transactions, maintaining documentation, and assisting with routine reconciliation work. Responsibilities:• Process a high volume of vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner while ensuring proper documentation is maintained• Review and assign correct coding to invoices before entry into the accounting system• Enter payable and vendor information into financial records with strong attention to detail and data accuracy• Prepare and support scheduled check runs to help ensure vendors are paid according to established timelines• Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies by coordinating with internal teams and external vendors as needed• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on items requiring clarification, approval, or correction• Use accounting platforms such as Oracle, QuickBooks, or SAP to manage payable transactions and maintain organized records• Create and update spreadsheet tracking in Microsoft Excel to support reporting, audit readiness, and payment oversight
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Lexington, KY
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support daily accounting, payroll, and administrative operations for our team in Lexington, Kentucky. This position plays a key role in keeping financial records accurate, processing payroll and payables on schedule, and maintaining organized documentation across multiple business functions. The ideal candidate brings strong bookkeeping experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming mail by sorting and distributing documents to the appropriate recipients in a timely manner. • Maintain employee records in both digital and paper formats, including attendance, paid time off, tax updates, compensation changes, new employee entries, and separation documentation. • Process payroll by reviewing timecards for accuracy, confirming approvals, entering hours into the payroll system, issuing payments, and handling related deductions such as garnishments and tax levies. • Prepare and maintain payroll-related records, complete required journal entries, support direct deposit processing, and coordinate payroll tax and other mandated remittances. • Administer accounts payable activities by entering approved invoices, updating purchase order information, issuing vendor payments, and filing payment documentation for audit-ready recordkeeping. • Track purchase orders and vendor billing details to identify discrepancies, support accurate job costing, and maintain complete records for completed transactions. • Prepare billing documentation for project review, issue customer invoices, and retain organized records of completed billings, including time-and-material support documents. • Maintain job tracking records, monitor service and time-and-material work for billing readiness, and support timely invoicing cycles. • Keep accurate records for fleet maintenance, electrical permits, inspections, and related operational documentation. • Prepare and file use tax information and submit required state payments in accordance with reporting deadlines.
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z