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How much does an Senior Accountant make in the United States? The average Senior Accountant salary in the United States is $89,790 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $81,290 and $99,290. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Senior Accountant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Accountant Salary $73,551 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Accountant Salary $81,290 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Accountant Salary $89,790 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Accountant Salary $99,290 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Accountant Salary $107,939 US March 26, 2024
25% $81,290 10% $73,551 90% $107,939 75% $99,290 $89,790 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Accountant ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Maintains financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Being a Senior Accountant analyzes current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Prepares complex balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. In addition, Senior Accountant may supervise and guide lower-level accountants. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require CPA certification. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Senior Accountant contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Senior Accountant typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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