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What are the average salary ranges for jobs in the Accounting? There are 1046 jobs in Accounting category. Average salaries can vary and range from $32,118 to $433,088. Salary ranges can differ significantly depending on the job, industry, location, required experience, specific skills, education, and other factors... Salaries listed below are U.S. national averages data from September 25, 2023.

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Alternate Job Titles: Financial Accountant IV | General Accountant IV | Specialist Accountant | Specialist/Project Lead Accountant | Staff Accountant IV

Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Prepares complex balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. Analyzes current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future reve... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: General Accountant V | Staff Accountant V

Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Prepares complex balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. Analyzes current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future reve... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Accounting Operations Director | Director of General Accounting | Financial Accounting Director

Directs the operations and policies of an accounting function. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental, financial, and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Monitors and evaluates accounting systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Oversees overall monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and rep... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Accounting Operations Manager | Financial Accounting Manager | Manager of General Accounting

Manages multiple accounting functions and operations such as general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, revenue, asset, cost, and tax accounting. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental financial and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. Evaluates accou... View job details

Alternate Job Titles: Accounting Director | Director of General Accounting | Financial Accounting Director

Directs the operations and policies of an accounting function. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental, financial, and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Monitors and evaluates accounting systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Oversees overall monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and rep... View job details

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About Accounting Category

Jobs in Accounting consist of both professional and supporting roles that involve a wide range of accounting activities for a business. Accounting functions in this category include accounts receivable/payable, billing, payroll, cost accounting, tax accounting, general ledger, auditing, fraud prevention, credit analysis, collections, and cash management accounting. Accounting jobs are essential to any business and are found in every industry and in both large and small organizations. Some job title examples are Cost Accountant, Accounts Payable Manager, Budget Analyst, Bookkeeper, Plant Accountant and Tax Supervisor.

About Biotechnology Industry

The Biotechnology sector encompasses companies that research cellular and biomolecular processes in order to develop new technologies and improve products in a variety of fields and applications. Biotechnology is primarily used in pharmaceutical drug discovery and production, medical device research and development, and agricultural production. However, biotechnology is expanding to other applications including the manufacture of textiles and chemicals, and the remediation of environmental hazards.

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