Earnings
Accountants and auditors earned median annual salaries of $79,880 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Salaries ranged from less than $50,440 to $137,280 or more.
At the director level, accounting positions in the internal audit category earned salaries ranging from $125,000 to $180,750 in 2025, according to Robert Half Accounting & Finance’s 2020 Salary Guide.
Accountants and auditors receive a variety of benefits, including health insurance, savings and pension plans, paid vacation and sick days, tuition reimbursement, and performance bonuses.
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