Chief Accountant Salary in Buffalo, NY

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How much does a Chief Accountant make in Buffalo, NY? The average Chief Accountant salary in Buffalo, NY is $88,528 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $80,268 and $98,065. 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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Chief Accounting Officer

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities - Ballwin , MO

... CPA - strongly preferred · 15+ years of experience inclusive of leadership in accounting, treasury, and payroll · Previous experience managing finance accounting functions and groups. · ...

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Chief Accounting Officer

Bakkt LLC - Alpharetta , GA

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) will serve as a ... Certified Public Accountant (CPA). - Bakkt is devoted to having diversity in its workforce and is ...

ZipRecruiter - 25 days ago

Chief Accountant-Auditor

County of Madera - Madera , CA

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Plans, organizes, coordinates, and manages the general accounting function of the Auditor-Controller's Office; plans, organizes, oversees, and performs financial audits for the ...

ZipRecruiter - 12 days ago

Chief Accountant - Casper, Wyoming

True Oil LLC - Casper , WY

This is a full-time position that is responsible for planning and directing accounting activities within a department of an organization by performing the following duties, personally or through ...

iHire - 16 days ago

Chief Accounting Officer

Delrin - Wilmington , DE

We are seeking a dynamic individual to fill the newly created role of Chief Accounting Officer ... CPA certification highly preferred. * 12+ years of Finance management experience with a strong ...

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Accountant

LA Health and Rehab, Inc. - Baton Rouge , LA

This an on-site report directly to the Chief Accountant. Responsibilities: * Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document ...

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What does a Chief Accountant do?

Common responsibilities of a Chief Accountant

Provides information to supervisors and co-workers by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

January 29, 2023

Manages time well and possesses strong organizational skills.

February 03, 2023

Monitors the annual operational and capital budgets.

February 18, 2023

Reviews monthly bank reconciliations for all accounts ensuring that all reconciling items are resolved on a timely basis.

February 21, 2023

Performs overall day-to-day management of the general accounting functions to ensure the accuracy of financial records and reports.

March 31, 2023

Assist with external CPA firms to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and Government Accounting Standard Board.

April 12, 2023

Reconciles weekly accounts payable listing with vendor invoices and uploads in the bank website.

April 16, 2023

Supports in Managing the audit process for DHQ and contract programs with both internal and external auditors, directing the preparation of required reports and analyses.

May 10, 2023

Demonstrates self confidence, energy and enthusiasm.

May 11, 2023

Prepare charts, graphs and functional statements relative to fiscal and operational planning and control.

May 16, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Chief Accountant in Buffalo, NY

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

80268

98065

88528

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

82496

103350

91947

What is the average salary for Chief Accountant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Chief Accountant in Buffalo, NY. The base salary for Chief Accountant ranges from $80,268 to $98,065 with the average base salary of $88,528. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $82,496 to $103,350 with the average total cash compensation of $91,947.

View Average Salary for Chief Accountant as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$88,528	$80,268 - $98,065
Bonus	$3,419	$2,228 - $5,284
Total Pay	$91,947	$82,496 - $103,350

* 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.

Chief Accountant Salary Near Buffalo, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $80,459 - $98,300	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $78,211 - $95,553	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,406 - $99,457	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Rochester, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,406 - $99,457	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Erie, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,279 - $93,192	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,129 - $100,340	COMPARE TO Buffalo, NY

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About Buffalo, New York

Buffalo is the second largest city in the U.S. state of New York and the largest city in Western New York. As of July 2016[update], the population was 256,902. The city is the county seat of Erie County and a major gateway for commerce and travel across the Canada–United States border, forming part of the bi-national Buffalo Niagara Region. The Buffalo area was inhabited before the 17th century by the Native American Iroquois tribe and later by French settlers. The city grew significantly in the 19th and 20th centuries as a result of immigration, the construction of the Erie Canal and rail tra...

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JOB TITLE Assistant Chief Accountant	LOCATION Buffalo, NY	MINIMUM SALARY $58,238	MAXIMUM SALARY $72,160
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