Certified Accountant Salary in Atlanta, GA

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How much does a Certified Accountant make in Atlanta, GA? The average Certified Accountant salary in Atlanta, GA is $61,286 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $55,857 and $67,576. 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 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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CPA Office Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Tami J. Dunham, CPA, APC - Oceanside , CA

Previous CPA OR TAX OFFICE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED * Excellent attention to detail and self-review * Excellent organizational skills * Ability to work independently, prioritize and multitask * Ability to ...

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CPA

Zinance - Los Angeles , CA

Overview As a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) at our firm, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information. You will be responsible for various ...

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Senior Accountant Cpa

BAP Logistics - City of Industry , CA

We are looking for a Senior Accountant Cpa to join our team! You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial records for our company. Responsibilities: * Prepare and examine accounting ...

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Senior Accountant ($150M tech/AI/defense contractor - high growth | CPA reqd)

Alliance Resource Group - Los Angeles , CA

Please note CPA highly highly preferred. Join a high-growth $130M Technology and defense contract manufacturer headquartered in vibrant West Los Angeles as a Senior Accountant. Be part of a mission ...

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Senior Accountant with Tax Experience

Camala C Bailey CPA, PC - Tempe , AZ

There will always be growing demand for our services as there are few CPA firms in the nation who do what we do! We don't do audits or a lot of the super high-stress public accounting or tax work

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Senior Tax Associate - Hybrid - CPA Firm - (JR979702)

RES Consultant Group - Irvine , CA

Nationally ranked CPA firm is hiring HYBRID tax professionals who have experience working in one or all of the following client industries; Construction, Real Estate, Pro Athletes, Manufacturing or ...

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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

Provide in-depth analysis and reconciliations of complex financial data to ensure that applicable regulations and accounting procedures are observed.

April 11, 2023

Manage business development activities, such as proposals, capture, account teams, whitepapers, conferences, and/or other thought leadership materials.

May 02, 2023

Assist in Month-end and Year-end close cycle, which would include the preparation of journal entries and account reconciliations as needed.

May 12, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Certified Accountant in Atlanta, GA

Average Base Salary

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55857

67576

61286

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Includes base and annual incentives

56908

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What is the average salary for Certified Accountant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Certified Accountant in Atlanta, GA. The base salary for Certified Accountant ranges from $55,857 to $67,576 with the average base salary of $61,286. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,908 to $69,877 with the average total cash compensation of $62,826.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$61,286	$55,857 - $67,576
Bonus	$1,540	$1,051 - $2,301
Total Pay	$62,826	$56,908 - $69,877

* 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.

Certified Accountant Salary Near Atlanta, GA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Roswell, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,826 - $67,538	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Marietta, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,879 - $67,602	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Athens, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,640 - $67,313	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Macon, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,998 - $64,116	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Gadsden, AL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,749 - $65,025	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA
CITY, STATE Columbus, GA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,890 - $62,776	COMPARE TO Atlanta, GA

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About Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta (/ætˈlæntə/) is the capital of, and the most populous city in, the U.S. state of Georgia. With an estimated 2017 population of 486,290, it is also the 38th most-populous city in the United States. The city serves as the cultural and economic center of the Atlanta metropolitan area, home to 5.8 million people and the ninth-largest metropolitan area in the nation. Atlanta is the seat of Fulton County, the most populous county in Georgia. A small portion of the city extends eastward into neighboring DeKalb County. Atlanta was originally founded as the terminating stop of a major state-sp...

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