City of Chicago / Accountant
Role across City of Chicago
Accountant
Maintain financial records, prepare budgets and reports, and ensure compliance with fiscal rules.
57 people hold the Accountant role across 11 departments in City of Chicago, with a median total compensation of $108,576. Among 38 jurisdictions where this role is reported, City of Chicago ranks #5 by median pay.
- Employees
- 57
- Median pay
- $108,576
- Departments
- 11
- Cross-jurisdiction
- #5 of 38
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