Accounting Controller Salary in Lake Charles, LA

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How much does an Accounting Controller make in Lake Charles, LA? The average Accounting Controller salary in Lake Charles, LA is $237,783 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $200,771 and $279,017. 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 - 3 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 ...

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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 Lake Charles, LA

Average Base Salary

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200771

279017

237783

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

233259

378758

292555

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 Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for Accounting Controller ranges from $200,771 to $279,017 with the average base salary of $237,783. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $233,259 to $378,758 with the average total cash compensation of $292,555.

View Average Salary for Accounting Controller as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$237,783	$200,771 - $279,017
Bonus	$54,772	$32,488 - $99,741
Total Pay	$292,555	$233,259 - $378,758

* 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 Lake Charles, LA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $206,018 - $286,309	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $210,289 - $292,245	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Lafayette, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $197,686 - $274,729	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $192,098 - $266,964	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $196,530 - $273,123	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $220,805 - $306,858	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA

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About Lake Charles, Louisiana

Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, it is a major industrial, cultural, and educational center in the southwest region of the state. As of the 2010 census, the population was 71,993. Lake Charles is the principal city of the Lake Charles Metropolitan Statistical Area, having a population of 202,040. It is the larger principal city of the Lake Charles-Jennings Combined Statistical Area, with a population of 225,235. The 2010 pop...

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