Accounting Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does an Accounting Analyst make in the United States? The average Accounting Analyst salary in the United States is $53,292 as of October 30, 2019, but the salary range typically falls between $43,812 and $55,866. 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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What is an Accounting Analyst?

An Accounting Analyst evaluates public company financial statements. Public companies issue these (10-K) annual financial statements as required by the Security and Exchange Commission. The statements include the balance sheet, the income statement, the statement of cash flows and the notes to the financial statements. Specifically, the notes to the financial statements contain considerable quantitative detail supporting the financial statements along with narrative information....

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Property Accounting Analyst III (74.19)
Golden States Water Company - San Dimas , California
Subsequently, the Property Accounting Analyst III must understand and utilize the available technology such as data gathering and analysis tools in performing routine and complex duties for the ...
Monster - 9 days ago
Senior Accounting Analyst
Two Degrees -
We are recruiting for a Senior Accounting Analyst for a large, well-established, world-class organization. This is an opportunity to provide an impactful insight to financial leadership
LinkedIn - 5 days ago
Freight Accounting Analyst
Abbyson -
Description The Freight Accounting Analyst is expected to develop a strong understanding of the market and will interact effectively with the Freight and Accounting Teams, in addition to other ...
LinkedIn - 9 days ago
Financial Analyst II-Accounting
Amazon Corporate LLC - Seattle , Washington
Seattle, WA MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE 1. Gather and analyze all qualitative and quantitative economic, financial and other data relating to G/L accounting and Accounts Payable processes in order ...
Monster - 2 days ago
Financial Analyst
Accounting Principals - Auburn , WA
Financial Analyst Accounting Principals is hiring a Financial Analyst in the Federal Way, Washington area. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of recent experience with financial reporting, budgeting ...
Accounting Principals - 1 day ago
Financial Analyst
Accounting Principals - Akron , OH
Entry Level Financial Analyst Accounting Principals is currently seeking an Entry Level Financial Analyst with 0-3 years of experience for a 6-month contract role in Akron, Ohio. This is a great ...
Accounting Principals - 5 days ago
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