Tax accountants with up to two years of work experience earned a median salary of $57,480 in August 2020, as reported by Salary.com. The lowest 10 percent earned $46,858 or less and the highest 10 percent earned $70,079 or more. Those with more experience earn higher wages. The Department of Labor reported that accountants employed in the United States in May 2019 earned median salaries of $71,550. Salaries ranged from $44,480 or less to $124,450 or more.
Tax accountants who are employed full time receive benefits such as paid vacation and sick time, insurance coverage, pension plans, and education-assistance programs. Those who are self-employed must cover their own business expenses and benefits.
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