$64k - $65k
Vaco is working with a property management and real estate company in search of a Staff Accountant. This person is responsible for supporting the accounting and financial reporting functions for a portfolio of commercial…
Finance & Accounting · Columbus, OH
Accountant jobs in Columbus, OH
Accountants record and interpret a company's financial activity. They prepare statements, reconcile accounts, close the books each month, and keep reporting in line with GAAP and tax requirements.
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$25–$57/hr
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$78k
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A VACO client is looking to add a Staff Accountant to join their team! Job Summary The Staff Accountant will be responsible for maintaining day-to-day financial records to ensure accuracy and that system requirements are…
$60k - $65k
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications,…
$85k - $100k
A VACO client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to support the financial operations their growing construction business. This role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate financial re…
$95k - $105k
Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to support core corporate accounting functions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with process optimization…
The accountant is responsible for daily processing of general ledger transactions including payables and receivables, disbursements, payroll processing, and required tax and payroll filings. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: ~ Pr…
spiritually. "Lifer" - those who want to work with us for 30+ years (not just a 9-5 job). Main Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred but not required) Strong understandin…
9-5 job). Main Requirements: Experience with financial data entry, reconciliations, and reporting Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or similar Assist with daily bookkeeping tasks including da…
About Upsourced: Upsourced delivers accounting, oversight, and CFO advisory for hundreds of marketing agencies across the country. We're accountants, yes, but not like you're thinking. We don't do taxes. We don't do audi…
$68k - $80k
professional who enjoys partnering with project teams, solving problems, and driving project success? NBBJ is seeking a Project Accountant to join our collaborative Finance team and play a critical role in supporting pro…
$90k - $105k
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT RAP MANAGEMENT THE PERSON Are you someone who takes pride in owning the numbers and ensuring accuracy in everything you touch? Do you enjoy working in a growing, fast-paced environment where you can bui…
Monthly Close / Journal Entries Sales/Use Tax Preparation Payroll Preparation Bank and Credit card monthly reconciliations Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Cost Analysis As well as other special projects / duties as…
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What accountants earn in Columbus
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $25–$32 | $52k–$66k |
| Mid level | $32–$43 | $66k–$90k |
| Senior | $41–$57 | $86k–$119k |
Adjusted for the Columbus market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
GAAPGeneral ledger accountingMonth-end closeAccount reconciliationExcel (pivot tables, lookups)QuickBooks or NetSuiteFinancial statement preparationAccruals and journal entriesAttention to detail
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through your month-end close process.
Describe the sequence you own — accruals, reconciliations, review, reporting — and your typical close timeline. Mention anything you did to shorten or clean it up.
How do you handle a reconciliation that will not balance?
Show a methodical approach: isolate the period, check common culprits like timing and duplicates, and document the resolution rather than plugging the difference.
Explain the difference between accrual and cash basis accounting.
Give the textbook distinction, then a quick example of how the same transaction lands differently under each. Keep it crisp.
Tell me about a time you found an error in the books.
Explain how you spotted it, quantified the impact, corrected it with proper entries, and what control you suggested so it would not recur.
What accounting systems have you worked in?
Name the systems and what you did in them — entries, reports, closes — not just exposure. Mention any migration or implementation experience.
How do you stay current with accounting standards?
Cite concrete habits: CPE courses, firm updates, or following FASB changes relevant to your industry. One recent standard you adapted to makes it credible.
How do you handle pressure during close or audit season?
Talk about preparation and checklists rather than heroics: reconciling throughout the month and keeping schedules audit-ready reduces the crunch.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For accountants specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the scope of the books you managed: revenue size, entity count, or number of accounts reconciled monthly.
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Quantify close improvements, such as reducing close from ten days to six.
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Name your systems and Excel depth specifically; 'QuickBooks, NetSuite, pivot tables, XLOOKUP' beats 'proficient in Excel'.
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List CPA status or progress prominently, including exams passed if you are mid-license.
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Include one audit interaction, such as preparing PBC schedules with no material adjustments.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Staff Accountant
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Senior Accountant
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Accounting Manager
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