Government Accountant Salary in Palmer, TX

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How much does a Government Accountant make in Palmer, TX? The average Government Accountant salary in Palmer, TX is $61,652 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $56,240 and $67,855. 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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Senior Accountant

Cook County Clerk's Office - Chicago , IL

Certified Public Accountant (CPA). * Two (2) years of full-time paid work experience in Government Accounting and/or Government Auditing. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Knowledge of Generally ...

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Accountant

CAI - Tallahassee , FL

Experience working in state government accounting Physical Demands * Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local ...

Job Traffic Ltd - 5 days ago

Government Accounting Manager - Hybrid

NuHire, LLC - Rockville , MD

The Government Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of government accounting for our government contracts. This role requires a deep understanding of Generally Accepted ...

ZipRecruiter - 7 days ago

Senior Accountant, Government Contracting

BMSS, LLC - Huntsville , AL

The Senior Accountant role is responsible for organizing and managing client assignments and ... Desired: * Solid understanding of Government Contract Accounting in compliance with FAR/DCAA ...

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Accounting Senior Lead

OPSPro, LLC - Orlando , FL

Job Summary: OPSPro specializes in providing small businesses and government contractors with compliance and operational support to include HR, Payroll, Accounting, Contracting, and IT. The ...

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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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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 Palmer, TX

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

56240

67855

61652

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

57281

70256

63229

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 Palmer, TX. The base salary for Government Accountant ranges from $56,240 to $67,855 with the average base salary of $61,652. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $57,281 to $70,256 with the average total cash compensation of $63,229.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$61,652	$56,240 - $67,855
Bonus	$1,577	$1,042 - $2,400
Total Pay	$63,229	$57,281 - $70,256

* 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 Palmer, TX

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX
CITY, STATE Mesquite, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,070 - $68,857	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX
CITY, STATE Dallas, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,131 - $68,931	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX
CITY, STATE Grand Prairie, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,009 - $68,783	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX
CITY, STATE Garland, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,131 - $68,931	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX
CITY, STATE Richardson, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,131 - $68,931	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX
CITY, STATE Irving, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,131 - $68,931	COMPARE TO Palmer, TX

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About Palmer, Texas

Palmer is a town in Ellis County, Texas, United States. It is part of the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex. Its population was 2,000 at the 2010 census, up from 1,774 at the 2000 census. Palmer is located in northeastern Ellis County at 32°25′46″N 96°40′8″W / 32.42944°N 96.66889°W / 32.42944; -96.66889 (32.429405, -96.669013). Interstate 45 passes through the east side of the town, with access from Exits 258 through 260; I-45 leads north 27 miles (43 km) to downtown Dallas and south 8 miles (13 km) to Ennis. Waxahachie, the county seat, is 11 miles (18 km) to the west. According to the United St...

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