Accounting Controller Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Accounting Controller make in Chicago, IL? The average Accounting Controller salary in Chicago, IL is $268,682 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $226,861 and $315,280. 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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Accounting Controller -Korean Bilingual

ISEE Career Solutions, Inc. - Lincolnshire , IL

Position Overview The Accounting Controller will oversee the daily operations of the accounting department, coordinate the preparation of financial reports, and ensure the integrity of accounting ...

LinkedIn - 2 days ago

Associate Director of Accounting (Controller)

Best Choice Products - Tustin , CA

Associate Director of Accounting (Controller) FSLA Status: Full-time/Exempt Location : Tustin, CA (Hybrid) Relocating HQ Mid-2024: Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid) Travel: up to 10% domestic travel Salary ...

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CPA Controller

LaSalle Network - Saint Charles , IL

As the CPA Controller , you will play a crucial role in overseeing the company's financial ... Manage all aspects of financial accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable ...

LinkedIn - 3 days ago

Accountant/Controller

TDL Staffing, Inc. - Fairbanks , AK

Accountant/Controller Full time hours, Monday -Friday 8am-5pm OR 9am-6pm Annual Salary starting at ... Bachelor's degree in accounting * 3-5 years' work experience * Proficiency with Microsoft Office ...

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Sr. Federal Accounting Controller

Tigua Inc. - El Paso , TX

The Sr. Federal Accounting Controller participates, supervises, and coordinates all activities with month end close, audits, financial analysis, SOX, and internal control compliance. Coordinates the ...

ZipRecruiter - 45 days ago

Staff Accountant-Controller

ADM GROUP INC - Tempe , AZ

Open Position for Staff Accountant Controller ADM Group Inc. is an architecture and interior design ... This position will oversee all the accounting needs for the company and is responsible for making ...

ZipRecruiter - 41 days ago

What does an Accounting Controller do?

Common responsibilities of an Accounting Controller

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls for budget accounting, cash and credit management, administration and other activities.

November 19, 2022

Demonstrated ability to organize and lead the work of others in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities, and deadline pressures.

February 15, 2023

Monitor cash and funding balances, keep an organized filing system of all accounts, statements, transactions, payments, and debts.

February 15, 2023

Review monthly balance sheets, reconciliations review, and record journal entries to reflect monthly activity.

March 12, 2023

Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly accounting and reporting packages, including fund-level net asset values and investor capital statements for private equity investment funds.

April 24, 2023

Provide information on the financial impact of business decisions for all segments of management responsible for policy or action concerning any phase of the business that relates to attainment of objectives, effectiveness of policies and organization structure and procedures.

May 08, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Accounting Controller in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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226861

315280

268682

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

263573

427981

330577

What is the average salary for Accounting Controller in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Accounting Controller in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Accounting Controller ranges from $226,861 to $315,280 with the average base salary of $268,682. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $263,573 to $427,981 with the average total cash compensation of $330,577.

View Average Salary for Accounting Controller as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$268,682	$226,861 - $315,280
Bonus	$61,895	$36,713 - $112,700
Total Pay	$330,577	$263,573 - $427,981

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Accounting Controller Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $228,137 - $317,054	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $228,137 - $317,054	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $227,877 - $316,693	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $228,050 - $316,933	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $228,050 - $316,933	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $222,944 - $309,837	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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About Chicago, Illinois

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