Financial Accountant Jobs in Tennessee
Financial Accountant jobs in Tennessee are in steady demand, concentrated in healthcare systems, manufacturing, financial services, and state government, with openings at every level from entry-level staff accountant through senior financial accountant and controller. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville are the primary hiring centers, where employers such as HCA Healthcare, FedEx, and Tennessee Valley Authority maintain large finance functions. Cost accounting, general ledger management, and financial reporting for regulated industries are among the most sought-after specializations in the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Located in Brentwood, Tennessee, Ardent has earned a reputation as one of the industry’s strongest and most innovative healthcare systems. Our facilities and clinics are consistently recognized among healthcare’s best employers. We recognize each hospital and clinic is as unique as the community it serves. We strive to maintain strong community ties through advisory boards, contributions, charitable care, education and outreach.
Ardent includes:
- 30 hospitals
- 280 sites of care
- 4,281 beds
- 24,000+ team members
- 8,200+ nurses
- 1,800+ aligned providers
- 5.8M annual provider encounters
- 421 medical residents
We believe it is this mix of corporate support and local autonomy that equips our teams for success.
Job Overview:
The Manager, Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting is responsible for supporting the Company’s internal and external financial reporting and technical accounting functions, including the preparation and review of the Company’s consolidated interim and annual financial statements and periodic reports filed with the SEC in accordance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements. This role assists with the external audit process, researches and documents complex technical accounting matters, supports the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance program, and provides accurate and timely financial reporting deliverables to executive leadership, lenders and other key stakeholders.
- Prepares and reviews the Company’s quarterly and annual SEC filings (Forms 10-Q, 10-K and 8-K), including financial statements, footnote disclosures, MD&A and XBRL tagging, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC rules and Regulations S-X and S-K.
- Serves as a key liaison with the Company’s independent auditors, coordinating quarterly reviews and the annual audit, managing requests between the auditors and department leaders, and supporting discussions of key accounting topics and disclosures.
- Prepares and reviews monthly and quarterly financial reporting deliverables provided to the Company’s lenders, including compliance certificates and reporting required under the Company’s credit agreements.
- Assists in preparing materials that support executive leadership for quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences and investor meetings, including earnings press releases, prepared remarks, investor presentations and supporting reference materials.
- Researches, documents and applies technical accounting guidance for complex and non-routine transactions, preparing accounting memoranda covering areas such as lease accounting (ASC 842), equity-based compensation (ASC 718), business combinations, acquisitions and divestitures (ASC 805 / ASC 810), debt and revenue recognition.
- Supports the Company’s Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) program by designing, performing and documenting internal controls over financial reporting and coordinating with internal and external auditors on control testing.
- Performs in-depth analysis and provide insightful interpretation of financial results to senior leadership to support decision making.
- Advises hospital and corporate accounting personnel on complex accounting topics and the application of new accounting standards.
- Drives process improvements and automation across the financial reporting and technical accounting processes.
- Performs other duties as needed, including assistance with acquisitions, divestitures, complex transactions and special projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
- CPA certification.
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience.
- Public Accounting experience.
- Demonstrated experience researching and applying U.S. GAAP to complex transactions, including leases, equity-based compensation, business combinations and debt.
- Working knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal control frameworks.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines and work efficiently under stress.
- Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the Company.
- Ability to make decisions and communicate those decisions.
- Strong leadership skills and exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Management and/or project oversight experience.
- Previous healthcare and corporate experience.
- Working knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, Regulations S-X and S-K, non-GAAP reporting and XBRL; experience with a reporting platform (e.g., Workiva).
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What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in financial accountant jobs across Tennessee.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- CPA license or active CPA exam candidacy recognized in Tennessee preferred
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Two or more years of general ledger, close, and financial reporting experience
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and internal controls applicable to Tennessee industries
- Experience supporting audits and working with external auditors or regulatory bodies
Financial Accountant Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a financial accountant in Tennessee?
A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is the standard starting point for financial accountant roles in Tennessee. Many employers, particularly in healthcare and manufacturing, prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing CPA licensure through the Tennessee State Board of Accountancy, which administers the Uniform CPA Examination and requires completion of credit hour requirements before sitting. Industry certifications such as the CMA are also valued in Tennessee's manufacturing corridor.
How much do financial accountants make in Tennessee?
Financial accountants in Tennessee earn a median of about $76,840 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $49,920 for the lowest 10% to over $122,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire financial accountants in Tennessee?
Employers hiring financial accountants in Tennessee right now include Hilton, Caterpillar, and Pilot Flying J, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's concentration of large hospital systems, logistics companies, and manufacturing operations means hiring is broad and relatively consistent throughout the year.
Which Tennessee cities have the most financial accountant jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Gallatin have the most financial accountant openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its dense cluster of healthcare headquarters, corporate back-office operations, and a growing financial services sector, while Memphis is driven by logistics, distribution, and manufacturing companies, and Knoxville benefits from University of Tennessee-affiliated institutions and regional energy and manufacturing employers.
Are there remote financial accountant jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 33% of financial accountant openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Financial reporting, budgeting, and general ledger roles are the most commonly offered as remote, while positions requiring close coordination with operations or on-site audits tend to remain in-person.
How can I get hired as a financial accountant in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to staff accountant or accounting associate roles at Tennessee's large healthcare systems and manufacturing companies, which regularly bring on recent graduates. HCA Healthcare and large regional manufacturers in middle Tennessee run structured new-grad finance rotations. Completing your CPA exam sections before graduation gives you a measurable edge, and lateral moves from accounts payable, payroll, or financial analyst assistant roles are common bridges into a dedicated financial accountant position.
Where can I find and apply to financial accountant jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to financial accountant jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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