Managing Accountant Salary in Lake Charles, LA

How much does a Managing Accountant make in Lake Charles, LA?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Managing Accountant in Lake Charles, LA is $59,754. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $49,910 to a high of $70,875, with most professionals earning between $54,601 and $65,575.

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What is a Managing Accountant?

The Managing Accountant is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of a company, including managing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, as well as developing and implementing financial policies and procedures. Additionally, the Managing Accountant may be involved in strategic financial planning and analysis, as well as providing guidance and support to other members of the accounting team. This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, as well as a deep understanding of accounting principles and practices.

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What does a Managing Accountant do?

Common responsibilities of a Managing Accountant

Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to ensure compliance with financial reporting and tax requirements.

September 12, 2023

Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices.

September 27, 2023

Monitor cash flow and manage working capital to ensure the organization's financial stability.

September 29, 2023

Oversee the financial operations of the organization, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

October 05, 2023

Review and approve financial statements, tax returns, and other financial reports before they are submitted to regulatory authorities.

October 09, 2023

Analyze financial data and provide insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision-making.

October 12, 2023

Stay current with accounting standards and regulations and ensure that the organization's accounting practices are in compliance.

November 03, 2023

Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team, including training and development opportunities for staff.

November 04, 2023

Manage the accounting team and ensure that all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported.

November 05, 2023

Develop and maintain relationships with banks, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to support the organization's financial needs.

November 09, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Managing Accountant in Lake Charles, LA

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59754

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What is the average salary for Managing Accountant in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Managing Accountant in Lake Charles, LA. The base salary for Managing Accountant ranges from $54,601 to $65,575 with the average base salary of $59,754. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $55,603 to $67,845 with the average total cash compensation of $61,256.

View Average Salary for Managing Accountant as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$59,754	$54,601 - $65,575
Bonus	$1,502	$1,002 - $2,270
Total Pay	$61,256	$55,603 - $67,845

* 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.

Managing Accountant Salary Near Lake Charles, LA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Port Arthur, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,028 - $67,289	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Beaumont, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,190 - $68,684	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Lafayette, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,762 - $64,567	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,243 - $62,743	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,448 - $64,190	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA
CITY, STATE Galveston, TX	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,050 - $72,118	COMPARE TO Lake Charles, LA

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About Lake Charles, Louisiana

Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, it is a major industrial, cultural, and educational center in the southwest region of the state. As of the 2010 census, the population was 71,993. Lake Charles is the principal city of the Lake Charles Metropolitan Statistical Area, having a population of 202,040. It is the larger principal city of the Lake Charles-Jennings Combined Statistical Area, with a population of 225,235. The 2010 pop...

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