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Senior Cost Accountant Salary in the United States

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Senior Cost Accountant Salary

How much does a Senior Cost Accountant make in the United States? The average Senior Cost Accountant salary in the United States is $96,400 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $87,100 and $106,500. 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.

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10th Percentile Senior Cost Accountant Salary $78,633 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Cost Accountant Salary $87,100 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Cost Accountant Salary $96,400 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Cost Accountant Salary $106,500 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Cost Accountant Salary $115,696 US March 26, 2024
25% $87,100 10% $78,633 90% $115,696 75% $106,500 $96,400 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Senior Cost Accountant is responsible for the preparation and analysis of cost reports and costing audits. Determines and implements cost accounting procedures and methods. Being a Senior Cost Accountant requires a bachelor's degree. Examines and reviews unusual cost records and ensures cost data is allocated correctly. In addition, Senior Cost Accountant may report to an executive or a manager. Working as a Senior Cost Accountant typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Intermediate Cost Accountant

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Cost Accountant

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Cost Accountant, Specialist

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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