Government Accountant Salary in Old Bridge, NJ

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How much does a Government Accountant make in Old Bridge, NJ? The average Government Accountant salary in Old Bridge, NJ is $70,850 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $64,576 and $78,122. 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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Fairfax County Government - Fairfax , VA

Working for Fairfax County Government offers a culture of well-being that empowers, educates, and ... PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: CPA or other accounting/finance professional certification. Ability to ...

The Washington Post - 7 days ago

Senior Accountant - Hybrid/Remote is Available for this Role

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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Accountant

Kinexus Group - Benton Harbor , MI

Ensures the integrity of financial data in the accounting system is in compliance with Federal, state and local government accounting standards. * Complete grant reporting accurately and timely based ...

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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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Staff Accountant

EnDyna - McLean , VA

Your expertise in government accounting regulations, compliance, and reporting will ensure accurate financial data, maintain contract compliance, and support our organization's financial success. The ...

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Mid-Level Government Contract Staff Accountant, Part-time

The ACI Group, Inc. - North Bethesda , MD

Mid-Level Government Contract Staff Accountant, Part-time * Part-time Contract - 40-50 hours a month * This is a hybrid position requiring an individual living in the DMV area. Will need to meet in ...

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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 Old Bridge, NJ

Average Base Salary

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64576

78122

70850

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

65787

80783

72630

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 Old Bridge, NJ. The base salary for Government Accountant ranges from $64,576 to $78,122 with the average base salary of $70,850. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,787 to $80,783 with the average total cash compensation of $72,630.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$70,850	$64,576 - $78,122
Bonus	$1,780	$1,211 - $2,661
Total Pay	$72,630	$65,787 - $80,783

* 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 Old Bridge, NJ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ
CITY, STATE Sayreville, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,668 - $78,233	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ
CITY, STATE East Brunswick, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,668 - $78,233	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ
CITY, STATE Perth Amboy, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,176 - $77,638	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ
CITY, STATE New Brunswick, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,668 - $78,233	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ
CITY, STATE Edison, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,176 - $77,638	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ
CITY, STATE Middlesex, NJ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $64,176 - $77,638	COMPARE TO Old Bridge, NJ

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About Old Bridge, New Jersey

Old Bridge Township is a township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township had a total population of 65,375, reflecting an increase of 4,919 (+8.1%) from the 60,456 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 3,981 (+7.0%) from the 56,475 counted in the 1990 Census.[21] As of the 2010 Census, the township was the state's 18th largest municipality, after being the state's 21st most-populous municipality in 2000.[22] Old Bridge is a bedroom suburb of New York City located across the Raritan Bay from Staten Island, and it is...

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