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How much does an Financial Accountant I make in Washington, DC? The average Financial Accountant I salary in Washington, DC is $69,650 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $63,450 and $76,600. 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.

Financial Accountant I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Financial Accountant I Salary $57,805 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Financial Accountant I Salary $63,450 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Financial Accountant I Salary $69,650 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Financial Accountant I Salary $76,600 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Financial Accountant I Salary $82,928 Washington,DC May 28, 2024
25% $63,450 10% $57,805 90% $82,928 75% $76,600 $69,650 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Financial Accountant I ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Assists in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded. Being a Financial Accountant I assists in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. In addition, Financial Accountant I requires a bachelor's degree. May require eligibility to sit for CPA exam. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Financial Accountant I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Financial Accountant I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Accountant/Financial Analyst. Category:** Finance. Main location:** United States, District of Columbia, Washington. Position ID:** J0524-0328. Employment ...
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  • Mission Driven Organization with fantastic benefits and work culture is hiring a Senior Financial Analyst/Accountant to join their dynamic team. Opportunit...
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  • Job Description. The Washington Post's finance department is looking for an experienced senior accountant to join the financial accounting and reporting te...
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  • If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to ...
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  • The general salary range for this position is $64,000-$76,000. Salary offers will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, skills, training and edu...
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Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Financial Accountant I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Financial Accountant II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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