Accounting Controller Salary in Denver, CO

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How much does an Accounting Controller make in Denver, CO? The average Accounting Controller salary in Denver, CO is $260,742 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $220,156 and $305,963. 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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Accounting Controller

Mod-master LLC - Goshen , IN

We are looking for an Accounting Controller to join our team! You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial records for our company. Responsibilities: * Prepare and examine accounting ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Sr. Staff Accountant/ Controller- (Real Estate & Property Management)

CAREERXCHANGE®, Inc. - Miami , FL

Join Our Team as a Sr. Staff Accountant/Controller Are you ready to take your finance and ... Manage property-level accounting to optimize profitability. * Mentor and train junior accounting ...

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Accounting Controller

Wan Bridge Group - Houston , TX

As the Accounting Controller at Wan Bridge, you'll lead the accounting department, overseeing construction, property, and corporate accounting. Your role involves managing the Accounting Department ...

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Finance and Accounting Controller

Constant Associates - Concord , NC

About Your Position We are seeking a qualified and experienced Finance and Accounting Controller to join our growing and successful organization. In this critical role, you will own all aspects of ...

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Associate Director of Accounting (Controller)

Best Choice Products - Tustin , CA

Associate Director of Accounting (Controller) FSLA Status: Full-time/Exempt Location : Tustin, CA (Hybrid) Relocating HQ Mid-2024: Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid) Travel: up to 10% domestic travel Salary ...

ZipRecruiter - 24 days ago

Senior Healthcare Accountant/Controller

Healthcare Industry - Knoxville , TN

A Senior Accountant/Controller is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and record keeping ... This position will oversee general accounting operations and perform complex accounting tasks ...

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What does an Accounting Controller do?

Common responsibilities of an Accounting Controller

Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls for budget accounting, cash and credit management, administration and other activities.

November 19, 2022

Demonstrated ability to organize and lead the work of others in an atmosphere of multiple projects, shifting priorities, and deadline pressures.

February 15, 2023

Monitor cash and funding balances, keep an organized filing system of all accounts, statements, transactions, payments, and debts.

February 15, 2023

Review monthly balance sheets, reconciliations review, and record journal entries to reflect monthly activity.

March 12, 2023

Assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly accounting and reporting packages, including fund-level net asset values and investor capital statements for private equity investment funds.

April 24, 2023

Provide information on the financial impact of business decisions for all segments of management responsible for policy or action concerning any phase of the business that relates to attainment of objectives, effectiveness of policies and organization structure and procedures.

May 08, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Accounting Controller in Denver, CO

Average Base Salary

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220156

305963

260742

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

255784

415333

320808

What is the average salary for Accounting Controller in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Accounting Controller in Denver, CO. The base salary for Accounting Controller ranges from $220,156 to $305,963 with the average base salary of $260,742. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $255,784 to $415,333 with the average total cash compensation of $320,808.

View Average Salary for Accounting Controller as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$260,742	$220,156 - $305,963
Bonus	$60,066	$35,628 - $109,370
Total Pay	$320,808	$255,784 - $415,333

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Accounting Controller Salary Near Denver, CO

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Westminster, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $219,789 - $305,452	COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Aurora, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $219,644 - $305,251	COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Arvada, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $219,789 - $305,452	COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Broomfield, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $220,124 - $305,918	COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Castle Rock, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $215,987 - $300,169	COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Boulder, CO	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $221,757 - $308,187	COMPARE TO Denver, CO

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About Denver, Colorado

Denver is in the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor, between the Rocky Mountains to the west and the High Plains to the east. Denver's topography consists of plains in the city center with hilly areas to the north, west and south. According to the United States Census Bureau the city has a total area of 155 square miles (401 km2), of which 153 square miles (396 km2) is land and 1.6 square miles (4.1 km2) (1.1%) is water. The City and County of Denver is surrounded by only three other counties: Adams County to the north and east, Arapahoe County to the south and east, and Jefferson County...

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