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How much does an Staff Accountant I make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Staff Accountant I salary in Los Angeles, CA is $69,202 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $62,994 and $76,253. 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.

Staff Accountant I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $57,342 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $62,994 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $69,202 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $76,253 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Staff Accountant I Salary $82,673 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
25% $62,994 10% $57,342 90% $82,673 75% $76,253 $69,202 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Staff Accountant I ensures the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Assists in maintaining financial records and ensuring that financial transactions are properly recorded. Being a Staff Accountant I assists in analyzing current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Compiles financial data to aid more senior accountants in the preparation of balance sheets, profit and loss statements and other financial reports. In addition, Staff Accountant I requires a bachelor's degree. May require eligibility to sit for CPA exam. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Staff Accountant I works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as a Staff Accountant I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Staff Accountant I

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. Up a level:

    Financial Accountant II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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