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How much does an General Accountant V make in Boston, MA? The average General Accountant V salary in Boston, MA is $158,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $139,600 and $177,100. 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.

General Accountant V Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile General Accountant V Salary $122,301 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile General Accountant V Salary $139,600 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile General Accountant V Salary $158,600 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile General Accountant V Salary $177,100 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile General Accountant V Salary $193,943 Boston,MA March 26, 2024
25% $139,600 10% $122,301 90% $193,943 75% $177,100 $158,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The General Accountant V 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 General Accountant V 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, General Accountant V may guide or review the work of support staff or junior accountants. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credentials. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a General Accountant V works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Working as a General Accountant V typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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