How much does a Lead Accountant make in the United States? The average Lead Accountant salary in the United States is $110,169 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $99,118 and $123,263. 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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AMERICAN GOLD STAR MANOR - Long Beach , CA
Job Title: Lead Accountant Pay Status: Non-exempt; hourly Reports To: Chief Financial Officer Job Summary: The Lead Accountant works directly with the Chief Financial Officer to maintain the ...
ZipRecruiter - 10 days ago
Clearbooks CPA - Irvine , CA
... Lead Hire Date: Immediately Pay Rate: $65K to $75K + incentives & benefits Hybrid role based in Irvine, California. ClearBooks CPA is a comprehensive CPA accounting firm that specializes in guiding ...
ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago
Next Insurance - Palo Alto , CA
We're looking for a Lead Accountant who wants to join an exciting accounting team who is deeply passionate about accurate and timely financial reporting. Reporting to the VP, Chief Accounting Officer ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 28 days ago
Driven Insights - Midland , TX
Lead accounting aspects of monthly client meetings, provide compelling insights for client business owners. Train new accountants on our delivery process. Oversee compliance with GAAP and relevant ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 6 days ago
Launch Global - Dallas , TX
Lead Accountant This position is: Full Time and Exempt Position Location: Dallas, TX Position Summary The Staff Accountant is responsible for assisting the Lead Accountant with maintaining accounting ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 15 days ago
Gerresheimer - Peachtree City , GA
Job Description Management of an operational accounting team. * All necessary tasks within the scope of management (development of personnel as well as the operational and procedural framework ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 42 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Lead Accountant in the United States. The base salary for Lead Accountant ranges from $99,118 to $123,263 with the average base salary of $110,169. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $103,651 to $133,642 with the average total cash compensation of $117,423.

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