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Principal Accounting Officer

Average Principal Accounting Officer Salary

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$54,351
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$43k
MEDIAN
$54k
90%
$75k

The average salary for a Principal Accounting Officer is $54,351 in 2025

Base Salary
$43k - $75k
Bonus
$510 - $8k
Profit Sharing
$455 - $8k
Commission
$519 - $8k
Total Pay
$40k - $75k
Based on 15,425 salary profiles (last updated Mar 07 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Principal Accounting Officer

Medical
72%
Dental
59%
Vision
52%
None
27%

Gender Breakdown for Principal Accounting Officers

Female
66.7%
Male
32.3%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 5,989 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Principal Accounting Officers

What is the highest pay for Principal Accounting Officers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Principal Accounting Officer is $75k / year

What is the lowest pay for Principal Accounting Officers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Principal Accounting Officer is $43k / year

How can Principal Accounting Officers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Principal Accounting Officer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Principal Accounting Officer that oversees more junior Principal Accounting Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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