Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salary in the United States

How much does an Account Payable/Human Resources Director make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Account Payable/Human Resources Director in the United States is $123,191 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

However, an Account Payable/Human Resources Director's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $141,493
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $111,533 to $132,771
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,919
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Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $132,771 $11,064 $2,553 $64
Average $123,191 $10,266 $2,369 $59
25th Percentile $111,533 $9,294 $2,145 $54
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Key Factors That Influence Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salaries

An Account Payable/Human Resources Director'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 Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Account Payable/Human Resources Director'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): $106,490
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $103,691
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,195
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $151,922
  • Expert (over 8 years): $170,384
Levels Salary
Human Res... Level Account Payable/Human Resources Director$106,490
Human Res... Level Account Payable/Human Resources Director$103,691
Account P... Level Account Payable/Human Resources Director$121,195
Associate... Level Account Payable/Human Resources Director$151,922
Human Res... Level Account Payable/Human Resources Director$170,384
$106,490 0 yr
$103,691 < 2 yrs
$121,195 2-4 yrs
$151,922 5-8 yrs
$170,384 > 8 yrs
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How Do Account Payable/Human Resources Director 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 Account Payable/Human Resources Directors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $136,397.
  • California: $135,880.
  • Massachusetts: $134,069.

Top Paying Cities for Account Payable/Human Resources Directors

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: $155,381
  • San Francisco: $153,680
  • Oakland: $150,441

What Skills Can Increase an Account Payable/Human Resources Director's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Leadership (Mentioned in 9.1% Job Postings): Knowledge of and ability to employ effective strategies that motivate and guide other members within our business to achieve optimum results.
  • Microsoft Office (Mentioned in 3.15% Job Postings): Microsoft Office is a suite of desktop productivity applications that is designed by Microsoft for business use. You can create documents containing text and images, work with data in spreadsheets and databases, create presentations and posters.
  • Benefit Administration (Mentioned in 1.64% Job Postings): Benefits administration is the process of assembling and managing the benefits an organization provides to employees.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Leadership 9.1%
Microsoft Office 3.15%
Benefit Administration 1.64%
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 an Account Payable/Human Resources Director's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Change Management: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 3%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
 $128,119
4%
Change Management
 $128,119
4%
Commitment
 $126,887
3%
Project Management
 $126,887
3%
Team Management
 $126,887
3%
Collaboration
 $126,887
3%
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Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Account Payable/Human Resources Director roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 67% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Account Payable/Human Resources Director positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Account Payable/Human Resources Director as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Account Payable/Human Resources Director

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$160,148$77.030%
Financial Services$153,989$74.025%
Internet$147,829$71.020%
Pharmaceuticals$145,365$70.018%
Energy & Utilities$141,670$68.015%

How Education impacts an Account Payable/Human Resources Director's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Account Payable/Human Resources Directors 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 an Account Payable/Human Resources Director with a Bachelor's Degree is between $115,932 and $123,691).

Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Account Payable/Human Resources Director
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.1%
High School 11.0%
Associates 7.8%
Bachelors 49.4%
Masters 29.3%
Doctorate 1.3%
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Account Payable/Human Resources Director Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Account Payable/Human Resources Director'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.

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$111,533
Average $123,191/year
$132,771
$9,294
Average $10,266/month
$11,064
$2,145
Average $2,369/week
$2,553
$54
Average $59/hour
$64
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $132,771 $11,064 $2,553 $64
Average $123,191 $10,266 $2,369 $59
25th Percentile $111,533 $9,294 $2,145 $54

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Salary Trends for Account Payable/Human Resources Director

Salaries for an Account Payable/Human Resources Director can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $104,510 in 2023 to around $102,851 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Account Payable/Human Resources Director salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Account Payable/Human Resources Director Over Time

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$104,510
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$103,892
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2024 $103,892
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