How much does a Head of Accounting make in Delaware? The average Head of Accounting salary in Delaware is $288,140 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $242,210 and $339,970. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Head of Accounting Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $200,393 DE April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $242,210 DE April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $288,140 DE April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $339,970 DE April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $387,159 DE April 24, 2024
25% $242,210 10% $200,393 90% $387,159 75% $339,970 $288,140 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Head of Accounting advises top management and business units of recent and future accounting regulations to identify, plan, and optimize changes impacting the organization. Develops and leads an organization's accounting strategic planning, policy development, and operations. Being a Head of Accounting operationalizes accounting and auditing systems and processes for continuous monitoring capabilities and improvements. Designs accounting systems and procedures to ensure compliance with governmental financial and tax regulations and FASB standards such as GAAP and IFRS. In addition, Head of Accounting builds expertise across accounting functions with relevant and timely staff training and development programs. Typically requires a master's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Typically reports to top management. The Head of Accounting manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bear, DE Avg. Salary $295,514 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Delaware City, DE Avg. Salary $295,798 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Harrington, DE Avg. Salary $300,340 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Lewes, DE Avg. Salary $300,340 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Middletown, DE Avg. Salary $296,366 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Milford, DE Avg. Salary $300,340 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Rehoboth Beach, DE Avg. Salary $301,476 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Seaford, DE Avg. Salary $295,514 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Smyrna, DE Avg. Salary $296,934 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Bethany Beach, DE Avg. Salary $301,476 Date Updated April 24, 2024
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