Hourly Wage for Certified Accountant Salary in the United States

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How much does a Certified Accountant make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Certified Accountant in the United States is $30 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $27 and $33. Hourly rate 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 a Certified Accountant?

Certified Accountant may refer to: Certified Public Accountant, a statutory title of qualified accountants in several countries Certified General Accountant, a Canadian qualified accountant designation Certified Management Accountant, a qualified accountant designation in U.S. and Canada Certified National Accountant, a Nigerian qualified accountant designation Certified Practising Accountant, a title used by members of CPA Australia Chartered Certified Accountant or Certified Accountant, a British designation Certified Practising Accountant, accreditation offered by the Institute of C...

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Administrative Assistant

TRM CPA - West Palm Beach , FL

If so, we at TRM CPA would love to chat with you about our new Tax Admin position! Duties include: * Be our "Director of First Impressions" for new clients, by managing new client onboarding ...

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CPA, EA or Experienced Tax Preparer

TJ Reese CPA PC - Hanover , PA

Qualifications * CPA, EA, or relevant certification * Prior experience in tax preparation and accounting * Experience preparing Form 1040, 1041, 1120, 1120S and 990's. * Strong knowledge of tax laws ...

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Coporate CPA

Epic Personnel Partners, LLC - Las Vegas, NV - Las Vegas , NV

Corporate CPA Job description Financial reporting: Preparing budgets, financial statements, and other financial reports. Compliance: Ensuring compliance with tax laws and a company's country ...

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Certified Public Accountant - 1953774

Fishnet Recruiting - Tempe , AZ

As a CPA, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive tax planning and compliance services to a portfolio of loyal clients in various industries. If youre looking for a new work home ...

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Tax Manager - West LA CPA firm

Kranz & Associates - Los Angeles , CA

Kranz Consulting is assisting an established West LA CPA Firm to hire a skilled and motivated Tax Manager to join their growing team. The position offers excellent opportunities for leadership and ...

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CPA firm Accountant

Workway, Inc. - Scottsdale , AZ

Related CPA, Enrolled Agent (EA), or public accounting firm experience. * General Ledger & financial statement accounting experience. * Quickbooks experience. * Data entry-10 key(test alpha & numeric

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What does a Certified Accountant do?

Common responsibilities of a Certified Accountant

Act as performance manager (coach) for up to four coachees outside of engagement responsibilities.

December 13, 2022

Prepare reports such as inventory turnover report and coordinate with the purchasing department to update PAR levels and acquisition costs for inventory.

January 08, 2023

Developing standards, Analyzing information, Dealing with complexity, Reporting skills, Data entry skills, Accounting, Attention to detail, Confidentiality, Thoroughness, Tax, Research skills, Time management, Deadline-oriented, Highly organized.

March 03, 2023

Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential.

March 11, 2023

Meet or exceed continuing professional education (CPE) requirements.

March 15, 2023

Understanding client operations and processes and working with client management to identify and resolve client issues/problems.

March 16, 2023

Participate in internal and external audits conducted to ensure compliance with required County, State or Federal programs, procedures and requirements.

March 28, 2023

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Certified Accountant in the United States. The average hourly rate for Certified Accountant ranges from $27 to $33 with the average hourly pay of $30. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $28 to $34 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $31.

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