Construction Accounting Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Construction Accounting Manager make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Construction Accounting Manager in the United States is $98,414 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.

However, a Construction Accounting Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $112,948
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $90,731 to $106,022
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,736
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Construction Accounting Manager Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $106,022 $8,835 $2,039 $51
Average $98,414 $8,201 $1,893 $47
25th Percentile $90,731 $7,561 $1,745 $44
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Key Factors That Influence Construction Accounting Manager Salaries

A Construction Accounting Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Construction Accounting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Construction Accounting Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $72,398
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $83,911
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $100,015
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $140,983
  • Expert (over 8 years): $89,599
Levels Salary
Accountan... Level Construction Accounting Manager$72,398
Accountan... Level Construction Accounting Manager$83,911
Construct... Level Construction Accounting Manager$100,015
Accountan... Level Construction Accounting Manager$140,983
Accountin... Level Construction Accounting Manager$89,599
$72,398 0 yr
$83,911 < 2 yrs
$100,015 2-4 yrs
$140,983 5-8 yrs
$89,599 > 8 yrs
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How Do Construction Accounting Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Construction Accounting Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $108,964.
  • California: $108,551.
  • Massachusetts: $107,104.

Top Paying Cities for Construction Accounting Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $124,130
  • San Francisco: $122,771
  • Oakland: $120,184

What Skills Can Increase a Construction Accounting Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 5.19% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Accounts Receivable (Mentioned in 2.31% Job Postings): Accounts receivable is a legally enforceable claim for payment held by a business for goods supplied and/or services rendered that customers/clients have ordered but not paid for. These are generally in the form of invoices raised by a business and delivered to the customer for payment within an agreed time frame. Accounts receivable is shown in a balance sheet as an asset. It is one of a series of accounting transactions dealing with the billing of a customer for goods and services that the customer has ordered. These may be distinguished from notes receivable, which are debts created through formal legal instruments called promissory notes.
  • Account Reconciliation (Mentioned in 1.44% Job Postings): Account Reconcilation is the process of ensuring internal financial records to external spending.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 5.19%
Accounts Receivable 2.31%
Account Reconciliation 1.44%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Construction Accounting Manager's salary.
  • Leadership: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Decision Making: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Process Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Leadership
$103,335
5%
Decision Making
$103,335
5%
Process Improvement
$102,351
4%
Organizational Skills
$102,351
4%
Analytical Skills
$102,351
4%
Internal Control
$101,367
3%
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Construction Accounting Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Construction Accounting Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 85% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Construction Accounting Manager positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Construction Accounting Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Construction Accounting Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$132,859$64.035%
Financial Services$127,939$62.030%
Insurance$123,018$59.025%
Energy & Utilities$118,097$57.020%
Biotechnology$113,176$54.015%

How Education impacts a Construction Accounting Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Construction Accounting Managers enter the field with a Bachelor's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Construction Accounting Manager with a Bachelor's Degree is between $107,150 and $113,970).

Construction Accounting Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Construction Accounting Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.3%
High School 2.9%
Associates 5.7%
Bachelors 59.9%
Masters 30.4%
Doctorate 0.7%
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Construction Accounting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Construction Accounting Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Construction Accounting Manager

Salaries for a Construction Accounting Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $104,509 in 2023 to around $101,160 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Construction Accounting Manager salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Construction Accounting Manager Over Time

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$104,509
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$102,399
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$101,160
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FAQ about Construction Accounting Manager

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Construction Accounting Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Construction Accounting Manager roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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