How much does a Cost Accountant I make in California? The average Cost Accountant I salary in California is $75,657 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $68,259 and $83,964. 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.

Cost Accountant I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cost Accountant I Salary $61,524 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Cost Accountant I Salary $68,259 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Cost Accountant I Salary $75,657 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Cost Accountant I Salary $83,964 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Cost Accountant I Salary $91,528 CA March 26, 2024
25% $68,259 10% $61,524 90% $91,528 75% $83,964 $75,657 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Cost Accountant I need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

2.

CPA: A CPA, or Certified Public Accountant, is a trusted financial advisor who helps individuals, businesses, and other organizations plan and reach their financial goals.

3.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles: Helping and maintaining accounting rules and standards for financial reporting to ensure consistency and transparency.

Analysis 13.41%
CPA 1.37%
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 1.03%
Others 84.19%

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 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $72,296 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $73,325 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $75,931 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $72,159 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $70,307 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $74,834 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $72,502 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $68,317 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $83,682 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $83,476 Date Updated March 26, 2024

Career Path for Cost Accountant I

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For Cost Accountant I, the upper level is Cost Accountant II and then progresses to Cost Accountant IV.

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