Government Accountant Salary in New Salem, MA

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How much does a Government Accountant make in New Salem, MA? The average Government Accountant salary in New Salem, MA is $65,578 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $59,771 and $72,310. 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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Government Accounting Compliance Manager

Chugach Government Solutions, LLC - Huntsville , AL

The Government Accounting Compliance Manager establishes proper procedures and oversight to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), as well as other regulatory ...

ZipRecruiter - 2 days ago

Government Accounting & Compliance Analyst 3

Job Juncture - Cambridge , MA

We are looking for an experienced Government Accounting & Compliance Analyst to join the Government Compliance Team. This is a highly visible and impactful role that will be relied upon to ensure our ...

JobJuncture - 42 days ago

Senior Accountant

City of Ketchum - Sun Valley , ID

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), and Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, highly desirable; * Any equivalent combination of experience and ...

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Basic Accountant

MDW Associates - Cleveland , OH

Under contractor supervision, must be able to assess products and procedures for compliance with Government accounting standards and principles * Supports the accounting staff and audit process by ...

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DCAA Accountant

Ametrine, Inc. - Round Rock , TX

This role requires knowledge of project cost accounting and government contract accounting as well as strong communication and organizational skills Job Responsibilities * Manage and support Defense ...

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Senior Revenue Accountant

Auditor's Office Harris County, TX - Houston , TX

If you want to use your skills and knowledge to protect public interest and enhance the public trust in County government, then consider applying for our Senior Accountant role! What We Offer Future ...

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What does a Government Accountant do?

Common responsibilities of a Government Accountant

Consult with clients on implementing new accounting standards such as the new revenue recognition standards.

December 03, 2022

Assists external auditors and tax accountants at year- end with preparing schedules, providing explanations of supporting materials and procedures, and preparing any other necessary data.

January 01, 2023

Understand and maintain the Company's key internal controls and ensure they are being performed properly and timely.

February 17, 2023

Provide Grant Managers with information related to available funding on their contracts via detailed budget vs actual analysis and light forecasting.

February 24, 2023

Prepare monthly financial statements and consolidated financial statements through the month end close process within a tight deadline.

February 25, 2023

Develops and maintains an understanding of the accounting operations within each assigned client.

April 06, 2023

Train junior staff on Audit procedures as well as organizational procedures.

April 06, 2023

Manages continual process improvement/projects using best practice models for reporting financial results.

April 15, 2023

Prepares day-to-day and month-end close entries including revenue, payroll, prepaid expenses, unbilled accounts receivable, and accrued liabilities.

April 30, 2023

Demonstrate a strong controls mindset and be willing to facilitate and drive effective controls throughout the organization.

May 08, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Government Accountant in New Salem, MA

Average Base Salary

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59771

72310

65578

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

60892

74773

67226

What is the average salary for Government Accountant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Government Accountant in New Salem, MA. The base salary for Government Accountant ranges from $59,771 to $72,310 with the average base salary of $65,578. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $60,892 to $74,773 with the average total cash compensation of $67,226.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$65,578	$59,771 - $72,310
Bonus	$1,647	$1,121 - $2,463
Total Pay	$67,226	$60,892 - $74,773

* 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.

Government Accountant Salary Near New Salem, MA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA
CITY, STATE Chicopee, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,757 - $72,293	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA
CITY, STATE Holyoke, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,757 - $72,293	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA
CITY, STATE Fitchburg, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,981 - $73,773	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA
CITY, STATE Springfield, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $59,757 - $72,293	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA
CITY, STATE Worcester, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,361 - $73,023	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA
CITY, STATE Leominster, MA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,227 - $72,861	COMPARE TO New Salem, MA

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About New Salem, Massachusetts

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 58.6 square miles (151.9 km2), of which 44.8 square miles (116.0 km2) is land and 13.9 square miles (36.0 km2), or 23.69%, is water. Because of the lands of the Prescott Peninsula, New Salem is the largest town by area in Franklin County and the largest community by area in western Massachusetts (Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, and Berkshire counties). It is the twenty-first largest of 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. New Salem's modern southern town lines are dictated by the former West and Middle Branches of th...

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About New Salem, Massachusetts According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 58.6 square miles (151.9 km2), of which 44.8 square miles (116.0 km2) is la....More

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