Accounting Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.
At a Glance
Accounting Manager earns an average of $83,154/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.7–6.3 years. Top skills: Accounting, Financial Statements, Finance.
$83,154/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.7–6.3 years
28
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Financial Managers
Median Wage
$161,700/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+14.8%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (15)
Accounting
Financial Statements
Finance
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Auditing
Accounts Payable
General Ledger
Accounts Receivable
Month-End Closing
Internal Controls
Reconciliation
QuickBooks (Accounting Software)
Variance Analysis
Process Improvement
Account Reconciliation
Common Skills (14)
Operations
Leadership
Budgeting
Communication
Forecasting
Management
Presentations
Supervision
Analytical Skills
Planning
Research
Customer Service
Certifications (1)
Certified Public Accountant
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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