Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does an Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant in the United States is $63,118 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,594
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,001 to $68,602
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $53,342

Key Factors That Influence Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant Salaries

An Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant'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 Clerk/Executive Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant'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): $50,253
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $56,364
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $61,976
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $88,019
  • Expert (over 8 years): $94,452
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Payroll Clerk II less than 1 year $50,253
Payroll Clerk III 1-2 years $56,364
Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant 2-4 years $61,976
Payroll Team Lead 5-8 years $88,019
Payroll Supervisor over 8 years $94,452

Top Paying Cities for Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant

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:

  • San Jose: $79,611
  • San Francisco: $78,739
  • Oakland: $77,080

Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant positions in Retail & Wholesale or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $94,677 $46.0 50%
Pharmaceuticals $88,365 $42.0 40%
Biotechnology $82,054 $39.0 30%
Aerospace & Defense $75,742 $36.0 20%

Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant'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.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$58,001
Average $63,118/year
$68,602
$4,833
Average $5,260/month
$5,717
$1,115
Average $1,214/week
$1,319
$28
Average $30/hour
$33
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $68,602 $5,717 $1,319 $33
Average $63,118 $5,260 $1,214 $30
25th Percentile $58,001 $4,833 $1,115 $28

Most common benefits for Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant

Here are companies hiring for Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant and their salaries, click below for more details.

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FAQ about Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Accounting Clerk/Executive Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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