Non-profit senior accountants keep track of the organization's money by making sure records are kept accurately and making sure that taxes are paid properly and on time. Non-profit senior accountants are required to know non-profit tax exemptions and regulations. The salary range for a senior accountant at a non-profit organization is $40,911 to $71,339, according to 2011 reports on the website PayScale. The hourly rate for senior accountants employed by a non-profit organization is $17.85 to $34.31. In addition to their average salaries senior accounts at a non-profit may also receive benefits and perks.
Salary by Experience
The average salary for senior accountants varies by experience. Senior accountants with one to four years of experience earn a salary ranging between $42,538 and $66,465, and those with five to nine years of experience earn a salary ranging between $45,545 and $73,850, as of June 2011 according to PayScale national senior account job reports. Senior accounts that have 10 to 19 years of experience working for a non-profit have a salary range of $44,376 to $77,787.
Salary by Geographical Location
The geographical location of the non-profit organization is also a varying factor for senior accountant salaries. Non-profits located in California have a salary range of $49,253 to $79,994, which is the highest salary range for senior non-profit accountants. Non-profits located in New York City pay senior accountants a salary ranging from $51,822 to $82,391, the highest salaries for senior non-profit accountants by city. Those in Chicago earn between $48,656 and $74,386, while those in Atlanta earn between $45,600 and $69,701.
Salary by Certification
The salary of senior accountants at a non-profit organization may also vary by certification. Those with a business certificate have a salary range of $40,018 to $70,860, while those with Chartered Account (CA) certification have a salary range of $44,544 to $88,852, according to PayScale. Certified Management Accountants have a salary range of $41,938 to $76,661.
Benefits and Perks
Senior accountants at a non-profit organization may also receive benefits and perks in addition to their annual salaries. Benefits may include a 401k retirement savings plan, paid holidays, life insurance and disability insurance. Senior accountants at a non-profit are reported to earn a median annual bonus of $1,148, and receive 2.8 weeks of vacation a year, on average.
