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Accounting Director Salaries in St. John's, NL

• What is the average Accounting Director salary for St. John's, NL?
  How much does an Accounting Director in St. John's, NL make? The median annual Accounting Director salary in St. John's, NL is C$192,568, as of September 23, 2026, with a range usually between C$170,249-C$218,527 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Accounting Director may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Accounting Director in St. John's, NL.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Accounting Director in St. John's, NL that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Accounting Director in St. John's, NL are expected to make less than the median.
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• Job Description for Accounting Director
  Directs the operations and policies of an accounting function. Implements accounting policies and procedures that adhere to governmental, financial, and tax regulations and comply with GAAP and IFRS standards. Monitors and evaluates accounting systems and processes to identify areas for improvement and optimization. Oversees overall monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close processes and reporting. Develops and directs accounting professionals and supports staff through subordinate managers. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. May require Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Typically reports to a head of accounting. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. View full job description

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• Categories that include Accounting Director
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