Group Financial Accountant Salary in the United States

How much does a Group Financial Accountant make in the United States?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Group Financial Accountant in the United States is $76,993 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a Group Financial Accountant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $87,602
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $69,574 to $82,546
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $62,820
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Group Financial Accountant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $82,546 $6,879 $1,587 $40
Average $76,993 $6,416 $1,481 $37
25th Percentile $69,574 $5,798 $1,338 $33

Key Factors That Influence Group Financial Accountant Salaries

A Group Financial Accountant'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 Group Financial Accountant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Group Financial Accountant'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): $68,283
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $77,508
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,088
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $108,380
  • Expert (over 8 years): $117,205
Levels Salary
Financial... Level Group Financial Accountant$68,283
Group Fin... Level Group Financial Accountant$77,508
Financial... Level Group Financial Accountant$93,088
Financial... Level Group Financial Accountant$108,380
Financial... Level Group Financial Accountant$117,205
$68,283 0 yr
$77,508 < 2 yrs
$93,088 2-4 yrs
$108,380 5-8 yrs
$117,205 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Group Financial Accountants

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: $97,111
  • San Francisco: $96,047
  • Oakland: $94,023

What Skills Can Increase a Group Financial Accountant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.29% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Accounts Payable (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Accounts payable (AP) is money owed by a business to its suppliers shown as a liability on a company's balance sheet. It is distinct from notes payable liabilities, which are debts created by formal legal instrument documents.
  • Financial Analysis (Mentioned in 1.07% Job Postings): Financial statement analysis (or financial analysis) is the process of reviewing and analyzing a company's financial statements to make better economic decisions to earn income in future. These statements include the income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, notes to accounts and a statement of changes in equity (if applicable). Financial statement analysis is a method or process involving specific techniques for evaluating risks, performance, financial health, and future prospects of an organization. It is used by a variety of stakeholders, such as credit and equity investors, the government, the public, and decision-makers within the organization. These stakeholders have different interests and apply a variety of different techniques to meet their needs. For example, equity investors are interested in the long-term earnings power of the organization and perhaps the sustainability and growth of dividend payments. Creditors want to ensure the interest and principal is paid on the organizations debt securities (e.g., bonds) when due.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.29%
Accounts Payable 2.13%
Financial Analysis 1.07%
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 Group Financial Accountant's salary.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Variance Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Accounting and Reporting: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coordination
$88,541
15%
Variance Analysis
$84,692
10%
Accounting and Reporting
$84,692
10%
Presentation
$83,922
9%
Budgeting
$83,922
9%
Technical Accounting
$83,152
8%
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Group Financial Accountant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Group Financial Accountant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Group Financial Accountant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Group Financial Accountant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Group Financial Accountant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$103,940$50.035%
Internet$96,241$46.025%
Financial Services$92,391$44.020%
Healthcare$92,391$44.020%
Energy & Utilities$84,692$41.010%

How Education impacts a Group Financial Accountant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Group Financial Accountants 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 Group Financial Accountant with a Bachelor's Degree is between $77,730 and $83,044).

Group Financial Accountant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Group Financial Accountant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.9%
High School 1.9%
Associates 1.9%
Bachelors 62.5%
Masters 33.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Group Financial Accountant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Group Financial Accountant'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 July 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Group Financial Accountant

Salaries for a Group Financial Accountant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $74,489 in 2023 to around $73,096 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Group Financial Accountant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Group Financial Accountant Over Time

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2023
$74,489
2024
$73,674
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$73,096
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2024 $73,674
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Most common benefits for Group Financial Accountant

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FAQ about Group Financial Accountant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Group Financial Accountant?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Group Financial Accountant roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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