How much does a Head of Accounting make in Massachusetts? The average Head of Accounting salary in Massachusetts is $308,860 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $259,630 and $364,420. 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 $214,809 MA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $259,630 MA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $308,860 MA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $364,420 MA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Head of Accounting Salary $415,004 MA April 24, 2024
25% $259,630 10% $214,809 90% $415,004 75% $364,420 $308,860 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 Attleboro, MA Avg. Salary $297,785 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Barnstable, MA Avg. Salary $300,908 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Fitchburg, MA Avg. Salary $302,611 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Hyannis, MA Avg. Salary $299,772 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Leominster, MA Avg. Salary $298,921 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Malden, MA Avg. Salary $318,224 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Methuen, MA Avg. Salary $303,179 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Newton, MA Avg. Salary $318,224 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Revere, MA Avg. Salary $318,224 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Weymouth, MA Avg. Salary $309,992 Date Updated April 24, 2024
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