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How much does an Accounting Assistant I make?

As of November 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Accounting Assistant I in the United States is $45,800. While Salary.com is seeing that Accounting Assistant I salary in the US can go up to $57,072 or down to $37,012, but most earn between $41,200 and $51,700. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Accounting Assistant I in the United States.

Last Updated on November 01, 2024

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Accounting Assistant I Salaries by Percentile
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Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
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75th Percentile $51,700 $4,308 $994 $25
Average $45,800 $3,817 $881 $22
25th Percentile $41,200 $3,433 $792 $20

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How much does an Accounting Assistant I make?

As of November 01, 2024, the average annual pay of Accounting Assistant I in the United States is $45,800. While Salary.com is seeing that Accounting Assistant I salary in the US can go up to $57,072 or down to $37,012, but most earn between $41,200 and $51,700. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Accounting Assistant I in the United States.

What is the hourly and monthly salary as an Accounting Assistant I?

As of November 01, 2024, the average hourly salary is $22 (range: $18 to $27); the average monthly salary is $3,817 (range: $3,084 to $4,756).

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What are the salaries of Accounting Assistant I with different levels of experience?

As of November 01, 2024, Salary.com is seeing that an entry-level Accounting Assistant I with under 1 year experience makes about $45,357. With less than 2 years of experience, a mid-level Accounting Assistant I makes around $45,700. After 2-4 years, the Accounting Assistant I pay rises to about $46,739. Those senior Accounting Assistant I with 5-8 years of experience earn roughly $47,431, and those Accounting Assistant I having 8 years or more experience is expected to earn about $47,604 on average.

Levels Salary
Entry Level Accounting Assistant I $45,357
Intermediate Level Accounting Assistant I $45,700
Senior Level Accounting Assistant I $46,739
Specialist Level Accounting Assistant I $47,431
Expert Level Accounting Assistant I $47,604
$45,357 0 yr
$45,700 < 2 yrs
$46,739 2-4 yrs
$47,431 5-8 yrs
$47,604 > 8 yrs
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Entry Level 1%
Mid Level 0%
Senior Level 2%
Top Level 4%
Experienced 4%
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How much does salary of Accounting Assistant I vary from city to city?

Salaries in the United States can vary significantly from city to city due to a multitude of factors, including cost of living, local economic conditions, and industry presence.

For example, as of November 01, 2024, the average yearly salary of Accounting Assistant I in San Francisco, CA is $57,300 and in New York, NY, the average annual salary goes to $53,500. While an Accounting Assistant I earns $51,400 per year in Boston, MA.

What is the salary trend of Accounting Assistant I?

For those exploring the changing dynamics of Accounting Assistant I salaries, Salary.com offers detailed insights through our Job Trending in CA Labor Market analysis. As of November 01, 2024, our research highlights a notable shift in Accounting Assistant I compensation over the past six years. For instance, the median salary has moved from $43,239 in 2023 to about $43,241 in 2024 (for a comprehensive analysis of Accounting Assistant I salary trends, click here). It's crucial to consider several elements, including geographical location, experience level, industry demand, and economic development, as they play a significant role in influencing salary variations.

Average Annual Salary of Accounting Assistant I Over Time

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2023
$43,241
2024
$43,123
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Accounting Assistant I Salary by Year

Year Average Annual Salary
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2023 $43,239
2024 $43,241
2025 $43,123
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Job Openings of Accounting Assistant I

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    CANNON FALLS, MN

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    About us. AVALON EXPRESS, INC. Based in Cannon Falls, Minnesota with main service areas in the upper Midwest. Quality. Avalon Express, Inc. is award winnin... more

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    SHARON SPRINGS, KS

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    CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resourc... more

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    PHILADELPHIA, PA

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    Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune... more

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    ENGLEWOOD, CO

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    Company Summary. DISH, an EchoStar company, has been reimagining the future of connectivity for more than 40 years. Our business reach spans satellite tele... more

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    WICHITA, KS

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    Koch

    WICHITA, KS

    Koch - WICHITA, KS

    Your Job. Koch Capabilities Company (KCC) is seeking a motivated and self-driven Accounting Manager to join our Payroll and Benefits team. This role create... more

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    IWS Sales

    MOUNTAIN HOME, ID

    IWS Sales - MOUNTAIN HOME, ID

    IWS Sales is seeking an Accounting Manager to help guide the operations of our Accounting Team and work directly with our Controller. Come join our Dealers... more

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Most Common Benefits for Accounting Assistant I

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 65.9%
Bonuses 1.0%
Social Security 5.1%
401k/403b 2.8%
Disability 1.3%
Healthcare 12.0%
Pension 3.6%
Time Off 8.2%
Core Compensation
Core Compensation Median % of Total
Base Salary $45,800 65.9%
Bonus $700 1.0%
Value of Benefits
Core Compensation Median % of Total
Social Security $3,557 5.1%
401K/403B $1,953 2.8%
Disability $930 1.3%
Healthcare $8,352 12.0%
Pension $2,511 3.6%
Time Off $5,723 8.2%
Total Compensation $69,527 100%
Core Compensation is based on averages for this job and does not reflect personal factors used to determine your projected salary range.
Value of Benefits indicates the employer's expected contribution and paid time off.
Last Updated on November 01, 2024

What are the salaries of an Accounting Assistant I with different levels of education?

Salaries for Accounting Assistant I with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

According to our 100% employer reported salary sources the median salary for an Accounting Assistant I with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is $42,136 - $44,813. Please try our salary wizard to explore how other factors like location, Years of experience and number of direct reports can impact your base pay and bonus.

Accounting Assistant I Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2024
Typical Education for Accounting Assistant I
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 2.0%
High School 29.4%
Associates 25.8%
Bachelors 37.6%
Masters 4.8%
Doctorate 0.3%
Typical Education for Accounting Assistant I
No Diploma 2.0%
High School 29.4%
Associates 25.8%
Bachelors 37.6%
Masters 4.8%
Doctorate 0.3%
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Accounting Assistant I Salaries by Degree Level

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What Am I Worth?

FAQ about Accounting Assistant I

1. What is the average salary of an Accounting Assistant I?

The average annual salary of Accounting Assistant I is $45,800. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Accounting Assistant I is $22; the average weekly pay of Accounting Assistant I is $881; the average monthly pay of Accounting Assistant I is $3,817.

2. Where can an Accounting Assistant I earn the most?

An Accounting Assistant I's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, an Accounting Assistant I earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of an Accounting Assistant I is $57,500.

3. What is the highest pay for Accounting Assistant I?

The highest pay for Accounting Assistant I is $57,072.

4. What is the lowest pay for Accounting Assistant I?

The lowest pay for Accounting Assistant I is $37,012.

5. What are the responsibilities of Accounting Assistant I?

The Accounting Assistant I reviews, codes, and verifies transactions including billings, invoices, checks, and journal entries. Performs routine accounting activities such as data entry, maintenance of the general ledger, preparation of various accounting statements and financial reports. Being an Accounting Assistant I reconciles accounts and bank statements. Assists in completing moderately complex calculations using spreadsheets and other software tools. In addition, Accounting Assistant I has a basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles. Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. Being an Accounting Assistant I works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. Possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. May require 0-1 year of general work experience.

6. What are the skills of Accounting Assistant I

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

1.)

Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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General Ledger: Creating and keeping track of business transactions and activities to monitor financial operations.

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Accounting Systems: An accounting system is a system that is employed in a company to organize financial information. It can be either manual or computerized.

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