Accounting Manager Salary Range
$91,760
$123,515
Low Range
High Range
Midpoint
This salary range represents a national benchmark in USD. Regional salary adjustment factors can be applied below to estimate how compensation may shift by state.
Salary benchmarks are based on a mix of TQR internal data and external market research for specialized manufacturing and technical roles in the U.S.
Accounting Manager salaries in the Food and Beverage manufacturing industry typically range from $91,760 to $123,515, with a midpoint of approximately $106,165. Compensation varies based on manufacturing accounting experience, financial reporting, cost accounting, ERP expertise, leadership responsibilities, and overall business complexity.
What the Salary Percentiles Mean
The following range has been generated based on real salary data across North America.
$91,760
$123,515
$91,760
25th percentile
Employees in this section often have a lower level of experience or skills and
are still growing into their role. This role may also be at a small to medium-sized business.
$106,165
50th percentile
Employees in this section typically demonstrate the required level of experience plus many skills that are deemed an asset. This role is likely at a medium-sized business.
$123,515
75th percentile
Employees in this section typically demonstrate a higher-level of expertise and/or enhanced qualifications. They should also have a proven track record and cultural fit. This role is likely at a larger business.
Regional Salary Adjustments
Salary ranges can vary by region based on cost of living, labor competition, industry concentration, and talent availability. The map below shows regional adjustment factors that can be applied to the national salary benchmark as a directional guide.
Factors That Affect an Accounting Manager Salary
Accounting Manager compensation can vary based on manufacturing accounting experience, financial reporting responsibilities, cost accounting expertise, ERP system knowledge, company size, geographic location, and leadership responsibilities. Employers may need to adjust compensation when the role includes inventory accounting, manufacturing cost analysis, multi-site accounting, audit management, budgeting, forecasting, or supervision of accounting personnel.
Accounting Manager Job Description:
An Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting activities of a manufacturing organization while ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective internal controls. This role helps companies maintain strong financial performance, support operational decision-making, and improve accounting processes through sound financial management and continuous process improvement.
Accounting Managers typically oversee general ledger accounting, accounts payable and receivable, inventory accounting, fixed assets, cost accounting, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close activities, budgeting support, and audit coordination. Their work may include managing financial reconciliations, supporting cash flow planning, ensuring compliance with GAAP and other applicable accounting standards, partnering with manufacturing operations, and working closely with external auditors, finance leadership, and cross-functional departments.
Accounting Managers are often expected to understand how financial reporting, inventory management, manufacturing costs, and operational performance impact overall business results. Strong candidates typically combine accounting expertise with analytical ability, leadership skills, attention to detail, communication skills, and sound business judgment while driving financial accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Common Responsibilities:
Managing general ledger activities, financial reporting, month-end and year-end close processes, and account reconciliations.
Overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, fixed assets, payroll coordination, and cash management activities.
Supporting manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis.
Coordinating internal and external audits while ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, tax regulations, and company accounting policies.
Maintaining internal controls, accounting procedures, ERP systems, and financial reporting accuracy.
Partnering with Operations, Procurement, Manufacturing, Finance, and executive leadership to support business objectives and continuous improvement initiatives.
Leading, mentoring, and developing accounting personnel while driving financial accuracy, operational efficiency, and process improvements.
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