Cost Accountant I Salary in the United States

Cost Accountant I Salary

How much does a Cost Accountant I make in the United States? The average Cost Accountant I salary in the United States is $62,284 as of May 28, 2020, but the range typically falls between $56,364 and $68,211. 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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25% $56,364 10% $50,974 90% $73,608 75% $68,211 $62,284 50%(Median)
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Job Description for Cost Accountant I

Cost Accountant I determines and implements cost accounting procedures and methods. Responsible for the preparation and analysis of cost reports and costing audits. Being a Cost Accountant I examines and reviews unusual cost records and ensures cost data is allocated correctly. May require a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Cost Accountant I typically reports to a supervisor or manager. To be a Cost Accountant I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. (Copyright 2020 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Cost Accountant I

Cost Accountant I
Cost Accountant II
Cost Accountant III
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Vincent Palazzolo, Chief Financial Officer
CPI AEROSTRUCTURES INC
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. engages in the contract production of structural aircraft parts for fixed wing aircraft and helicopters in the commercial and defense markets. The company also offers aero systems, such as reconnaissance pod structures and fuel panel systems; and supplies parts for maintenance, repair, and over... More
Fiscal Year Ended in 2018
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Cost Accountant I Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%

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Skills associated with Cost Accountant I: Cost Estimation, Cost Control, Cost Management, Accounting Software ...More

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