Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salary in Georgia

How much does an Accounting and Auditing Clerk make in Georgia? As of October 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting and Auditing Clerk in Georgia is $56,831 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, an Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $68,287
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,477 to $62,827
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,603

Key Factors That Influence Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salaries

An Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting and Auditing Clerk's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $44,320
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $49,553
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $55,582
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,113
  • Expert (over 8 years): $86,802
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Payroll Clerk I less than 1 year $44,320
Payroll Clerk II 1-2 years $49,553
Accounting and Auditing Clerk 2-4 years $55,582
Payroll Clerk IV 5-8 years $61,113
Payroll Team Lead over 8 years $86,802

Top Paying Cities for Accounting and Auditing Clerk

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Attapulgus: $52,699
  • Kennesaw: $56,831
  • Kingston: $54,192

Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting and Auditing Clerk roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Accounting and Auditing Clerk positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting and Auditing Clerk as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting and Auditing Clerk

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services $73,880 $36.0 30%
Internet $71,039 $34.0 25%
Biotechnology $68,197 $33.0 20%
Energy & Utilities $65,356 $31.0 15%
Pharmaceuticals $65,356 $31.0 15%

Accounting and Auditing Clerk Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting and Auditing Clerk's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on October 01, 2026
$51,477
Average $56,831/year
$62,827
$4,290
Average $4,736/month
$5,236
$990
Average $1,093/week
$1,208
$25
Average $27/hour
$30
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $62,827 $5,236 $1,208 $30
Average $56,831 $4,736 $1,093 $27
25th Percentile $51,477 $4,290 $990 $25

Find Your Next Accounting and Auditing Clerk Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Accounting and Auditing Clerk job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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