How much does a Head of Accounting make in Hawaii? The average Head of Accounting salary in Hawaii is $296,650 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $249,370 and $350,020. 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 $206,324 HI April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $249,370 HI April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $296,650 HI April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $350,020 HI April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $398,611 HI April 24, 2024
25% $249,370 10% $206,324 90% $398,611 75% $350,020 $296,650 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 Ewa Beach, HI Avg. Salary $295,230 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Kaneohe, HI Avg. Salary $295,230 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Pearl City, HI Avg. Salary $295,230 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Waipahu, HI Avg. Salary $294,947 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aiea, HI Avg. Salary $295,230 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Anahola, HI Avg. Salary $293,243 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Camp H M Smith, HI Avg. Salary $295,230 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Captain Cook, HI Avg. Salary $293,243 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Eleele, HI Avg. Salary $293,243 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Fort Shafter, HI Avg. Salary $295,230 Date Updated April 24, 2024
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