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📊 South Florida accounting salary data — use this to anchor your expectations in conversations with recruiters and hiring managers. Researched March 2026.
| Role | Low | Median | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Accountant | $75K | $88K | $105K | Your current level |
| Accounting Manager | $91K | $108K | $132K | Primary target |
| Controller | $108K | $130K | $160K+ | Stretch target |
| Assistant Controller | $95K | $115K | $140K | Stepping stone to Controller |
| Treasury Manager | $88K | $110K | $138K | You’ve held this title |
| Financial Analyst | $70K | $85K | $105K | Below your experience level — avoid |
| Sector | Typical Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Healthcare (Hospital System) | $95K – $125K | Non-profit hospitals often lower; for-profit systems higher |
| Commercial Real Estate | $88K – $118K | Varies by portfolio size; larger firms pay more |
| Multifamily Real Estate | $85K – $115K | Often includes bonus |
| PEO / HR Services | $90K – $120K | Your background commands premium here |
| Government / Municipal | $75K – $95K | Lower cash but exceptional benefits + pension |
| Financial Services | $95K – $130K | Highest ceiling in the market |
🟡 Know your walk-away number before any conversation. Don’t anchor low by disclosing your current salary first.
Your opening range: $100K – $115K base (for Accounting Manager roles)
Your walk-away: Discuss with yourself — but $88K base should be your absolute floor given your experience
Bonus: Many accounting manager roles include 10–15% bonus. Always ask.
Benefits to factor in: Health insurance, 401K match, PTO, remote/hybrid flexibility
If asked “What are your salary expectations?”:
“Based on my research and 20 years of experience in South Florida, I’m targeting $100K to $115K for an Accounting Manager role. Is that in the range you’re working with?”
If asked “What are you making now?”:
“I’d prefer to focus on what the role pays rather than anchoring to my current number. What’s the budget for this position?”
If they press: