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Federal Express Corporation

Sr Accountant

Collierville, TN · Hybrid

$65K - $82K/yr

Additional This position plays a critical role in financial reporting, technical accounting, and crossfunctional collaboration. The ideal candidate combines strong analytical skills with clear ...

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Inhabit

Revenue Accountant

Knoxville, TN · On-site

Provide technical accounting guidance, research, and required documentation, including monitoring accounting standards and assess application to the financial reporting requirements, including ...

INHABIT IQ

Revenue Accountant

Knoxville, TN · On-site +1

Provide technical accounting guidance, research, and required documentation, including monitoring accounting standards and assess application to the financial reporting requirements, including ...

LHH US

Senior Accountant

Nashville, TN

$90K - $95K/yr

Compliance & Technical Accounting · Ensure accounting practices and financial operations comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable federal and state regulations. · ...

LHH US

Senior Accountant

Nashville, TN

$90K - $95K/yr

Compliance & Technical Accounting · Ensure accounting practices and financial operations comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and applicable federal and state regulations. · ...

FOCUSPOINT

Interim Hospital Controller

Brentwood, TN · On-site

The Controller will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, technical accounting, and internal controls, while ensuring the integrity of financial information and compliance with health ...

FOCUSPOINT

Staff Accountant

Nashville, TN · On-site

$24 - $27/hr

As the recruiting firm representing this client, we're seeking candidates who bring both technical accounting skills and a collaborative mindset. Role Overview The Staff Accountant will support day ...

Robert Half

Sr. Accountant

Nashville, TN · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Responsibilities: * Lead ...

FOCUSPOINT

Senior Accountant

Franklin, TN · On-site

$28/hr

As a staffing partner, we're looking for candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments, bring strong technical accounting skills, and are passionate about supporting organizational values through ...

Robert Half

Sr. Corporate Accountant

Cordova, TN · On-site

$70K - $83K/yr

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting skills, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to improving accuracy, compliance, and reporting. Responsibilities: * Manage monthly, quarterly ...

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How much do technical accounting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical accounting in Tennessee is $78,441.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,300.00 and $91,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is technical accounting?

Technical accounting refers to the specialized area of accounting that deals with complex, often non-routine transactions and the interpretation and application of accounting standards such as GAAP or IFRS. Professionals in technical accounting roles analyze new accounting pronouncements, assist with implementing new standards, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. They are often called upon to provide guidance on intricate accounting issues like revenue recognition, lease accounting, and business combinations. Technical accountants also help organizations maintain accurate financial reporting and stay up-to-date with evolving accounting rules.

What is the difference between Technical Accounting vs Financial Reporting?

AspectTechnical AccountingFinancial Reporting
Primary FocusEnsuring compliance with accounting standards and complex technical issuesPreparing and presenting financial statements to stakeholders
CertificationsCPA, ACCA often requiredCPA beneficial but less specialized
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance, accounting departments, consultingPublic accounting firms, corporate finance teams
Industry UsageUsed across industries for technical guidanceUsed for external reporting and disclosures

Technical Accounting focuses on complex accounting standards and compliance, often requiring specialized certifications like CPA. Financial Reporting involves preparing financial statements for external stakeholders. While both roles require accounting expertise, Technical Accounting emphasizes technical accuracy, whereas Financial Reporting centers on clear, compliant disclosures.

What are some common challenges faced in a technical accounting role and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Technical Accounting often encounter complex and evolving accounting standards, such as ASC 606 or IFRS 16, which require thorough interpretation and application. Navigating these standards can be challenging, especially when dealing with unique or non-routine transactions. Staying current through continuous learning and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams—such as finance, legal, and external auditors—can help ensure accurate reporting and compliance. Additionally, strong documentation and communication skills are essential to clearly explain technical concepts to stakeholders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a technical accountant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Accountant, you need deep expertise in accounting principles, financial reporting standards (such as US GAAP or IFRS), and typically a CPA or similar certification. Familiarity with ERP systems like SAP or Oracle, advanced Excel skills, and experience interpreting complex accounting guidance are essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you translate technical standards into actionable business insights. These skills ensure accurate financial compliance, effective problem-solving, and clear guidance for organizational decision-making.
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Infographic showing various Technical Accounting job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,441 per year, or $37.7 per hour.

Manager, Practice Accounting (Reporting)

OneOncology

Nashville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

OneOncology rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

OneOncology is positioning community oncologists to drive the future of medical care through a patient-centric, physician-driven, and technology-powered model to help improve the lives of everyone living with cancer and other diseases. Our team is bringing together leaders to the market place to help drive OneOncology's mission and vision.
Why join us? This is an exciting time to join OneOncology. Our values-driven culture reflects our startup enthusiasm supported by industry leaders in oncology, urology, technology, and finance. We are looking for talented and highly-motivated individuals who demonstrate a natural desire to improve and build new processes that support the meaningful work of independent physicians and the patients they serve.
Job Description:
The Manager, Practice Accounting will report to a Director of Practice Accounting. This role requires a results-driven individual with an advanced understanding of technical skills around base accounting, proficient communication skills among a variety of audiences from Staff to Senior leadership, the ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders/physician practice leadership, and overall natural curiosity with the desire to continue to learn. The Manager, Practice Accounting is a high-profile role that will oversee a team of 4-8 Staff/Senior Accountants to support the accrual-based accounting functions for a region encompassing 2 - 3 OneOncology partnered practices. This includes, but is not limited to, overseeing and coordinating Company's monthly close process, ensuring proper accounting for all their partner practices, performing and documenting technical accounting research, ensuring proper revenue recognition across all practices, and analyzing financial trends. The Manager will partner closely with the financial operations team, operations, treasury, and corporate accounting team to dynamically develop proper accounting positions and evaluate transactions under US GAAP.
This role will have significant exposure to and work daily with the Director, Practice Accounting, VP Finance, and Chief Financial Officer while also working closely with the Regional Vice President of the Operations team for their practice's region. They will also interface with the Revenue Cycle Management and Data and Analytics team. In addition, they will be a key point of contact for the practice leaders, which can include both practice administrators and practicing physicians/CEOs. This will include the opportunity to travel to physician oncology clinics or business offices to present financial results to practice leadership on an occasional basis. The individual must be skilled at communication with all constituents with the ability to distill accounting information in a way that nonaccounting stakeholders can understand and assimilate the information and its overall impact on the financials.
OneOncology has a collaborative, energetic, and fast-paced culture and this individual will need to have the ability to integrate into this ever-changing environment. We have experienced and will continue to experience high growth. This is a great opportunity to continue to develop your managerial and financial reporting skills.
Responsibilities
  • Develop strong working and collaborative relationships with our partner practice leadership to both assist the practices as well as hold them accountable for proper accounting processes/financial reporting
  • Hold staff and seniors to the same expectation with practice by developing, training, and providing feedback on practice communication.
  • Present financial and accounting matters for the region to the CFO and other leaders within Finance
  • Provide leadership to multiple practice accounting teams that will each have a senior and staff
  • Regularly work with practice and financial operations leadership to understand and resolve business issues
  • Lead the timely preparation and review of month-end balance sheet reconciliations, consolidation activities, and financial reporting
  • Coordinate practice financial statement reporting and review with the Financial Operations team and Regional VP on a monthly basis
  • Work with Corporate Accounting on implementation of new accounting standards, processes, or directives
  • Ensure the timely and accurate recording and reporting of financial information (P&L and B/S) to the practices
  • Ensure financial records are maintained in accordance with US GAAP
  • Identify areas of process improvement, recommend changes, and execute improvements
  • Hiring, training and development of staff and seniors
  • Assist with performance evaluations and recommend merit increases, promotions, and disciplinary actions
  • Participate in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations
  • Other duties as assigned to help drive our mission of improving the lives of everyone living with cancer.

Key Competencies
  • Demonstrate proficient people leadership and personal initiative.
  • Proactive & driven leader with strong desire to serve others, achieve deadlines
  • Strong communication skills - ability to influence others while making direct points
  • Detail-oriented, natural ability to pay close attention to details with a desire to "get it right" first time and hold staff accountable for same mentality
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to research technical accounting matters
  • Ability to manipulate data to drive and expedite project analyses and completion
  • Strong problem-solving skills with an ability to offer alternative solutions
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge (revenue recognition, lease accounting, liability recognition, etc.)
  • Constantly improve and create a culture of constant improvement within their teams
  • Demonstrate strong interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work in a geographically separated, cross-functional environment and lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to travel to work with practices when required

Qualifications
  • Accounting degree (with graduate degree preferred, but not required)
  • 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in healthcare
  • Prior supervisory experience in managing accounting personnel
  • Proven ability to build, manage and motivate personnel to create high performing teams
  • Strong knowledge of internal controls, best practices, and the ability to research and document accounting and financial topics required
  • Strong excel skills
  • Strong financial and business acumen with analytical thinking capacity
  • Working knowledge of Workday or other ERP platforms is a plus
  • Active CPA license or working toward CPA license preferred

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