Chief Accountant Salary in Tempe, AZ

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How much does a Chief Accountant make in Tempe, AZ? The average Chief Accountant salary in Tempe, AZ is $89,556 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $81,255 and $99,132. 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

MRA Search - Atlanta , GA

This CAO is reporting to the CFO and will manage and work with members of the Accounting team ... Qualifications · Certified Public Accountant · Extensive supervisory experience in an Accounting ...

LinkedIn - 2 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 ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 25 days ago

Accountant/Bookkeeper - Outsourced CFO Services

CPA Firm - MIdtown Manhattan - White Plains , NY

CPA firm seeking an accountant/bookkeeper who will support our Outsourced CFO Services Division. Candidate requires strong attention to detail as well as the ability to collaborate and deliver

ZipRecruiter - 8 days ago

Non profit Controller, CPA required

Charles River CFO - Boston , MA

Salary: Non-profit Controller, CPA required Charles River CFO is looking for a non-profit controller to join our team. This position is a remote part time position, 0-20 hrs/week. Responsibilities

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 13 days ago

Fractional Senior Accountant - Part-Time

Ascent CFO Solutions - Denver , CO

At Ascent CFO Solutions, we are a leading Fractional CFO services firm dedicated to providing ... As a Fractional Sr. Accountant with Ascent CFO Solutions, you will be a strong Accountant ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 18 days ago

Chief Financial Officer CPA

Federico & Associates - Boca Raton , FL

Chief Financial Officer We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Financial Officer to ... Oversee schedules for preparation of tax returns by outside tax accountant * Oversee and monitor ...

ZipRecruiter - 18 days ago

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 Tempe, AZ

Average Base Salary

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81255

99132

89556

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

83514

104415

93059

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 Tempe, AZ. The base salary for Chief Accountant ranges from $81,255 to $99,132 with the average base salary of $89,556. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $83,514 to $104,415 with the average total cash compensation of $93,059.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$89,556	$81,255 - $99,132
Bonus	$3,504	$2,258 - $5,283
Total Pay	$93,059	$83,514 - $104,415

* 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 Tempe, AZ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ
CITY, STATE Chandler, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,255 - $99,132	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Scottsdale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,255 - $99,132	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Mesa, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,255 - $99,132	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Phoenix, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,243 - $99,117	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ
CITY, STATE Gilbert, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,255 - $99,132	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Glendale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $81,243 - $99,117	COMPARE TO Tempe, AZ

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About Tempe, Arizona

Tempe is an inner suburb, located between the core city of Phoenix and the rest of the East Valley. Due to this as well as being the home of the main campus of Arizona State University, Tempe has a fairly dense, urbanized development pattern in the northern part of the city with a growing skyline. Going south, development becomes less dense, consisting of single-family homes, strip malls and lower-density office parks. Within Tempe are the Tempe Buttes. The Salt River runs west through the northern part of Tempe; part of the river is dammed in two places to create Tempe Town Lake. According to...

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About Tempe, Arizona Tempe is an inner suburb, located between the core city of Phoenix and the rest of the East Valley. Due to this as well as being the home of the main ....More

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