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As of Jul 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for accounting administration in the United States is $25.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Accounting Administration vs Bookkeeper?

AspectAccounting AdministrationBookkeeper
CredentialsTypically requires an associate degree or relevant certificationOften requires a high school diploma; certifications like QuickBooks are common
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, supporting accounting teams and managersOffice environment, focusing on recording financial transactions
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across various industries for supporting accounting functionsCommon in small to medium businesses for maintaining financial records

Accounting Administration and Bookkeeper roles both support financial operations, but Accounting Administration often involves broader administrative tasks and coordination, while Bookkeepers focus on recording and maintaining financial transactions. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What does an accounting administrator do?

An accounting administrator manages financial records, processes transactions, and ensures accuracy in accounting data. They often use accounting software, prepare reports, and support audits, typically working in office environments with attention to detail and organizational skills.

What is the career path of an accounting administrator?

The career path of an accounting administrator typically involves gaining experience in accounting and finance, developing skills in financial reporting and software such as Excel or accounting systems, and obtaining relevant certifications like CPA or CMA. With experience, they can advance to senior roles such as accounting manager, financial analyst, or finance director, often taking on increased responsibilities and leadership duties.

Can you make $500,000 a year as an accountant?

Accounting administrators typically do not earn $500,000 annually; such high salaries are usually associated with senior roles like CFOs or partners in large firms, often requiring extensive experience, advanced certifications, and leadership responsibilities. Most accountants earn between $50,000 and $120,000 per year, depending on experience, location, and specialization. Reaching a $500,000 salary generally involves managerial or executive positions beyond standard accounting administration.

What is an administrative accountant?

An administrative accountant is a professional responsible for managing financial records, preparing reports, and supporting accounting operations within an organization. They often use accounting software and may handle tasks such as budgeting, payroll, and compliance to ensure accurate financial management.
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Fund Accounting & Administration, Senior Associate

Fund Accounting & Administration, Senior Associate

State Street Global Advisors

Berwyn, PA • On-site

$58K - $92K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Job Description

Who we are looking for

Fund Administration, Senior Associates interact with all levels of professionals both internally and externally.Therefore, exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments.Fund Administration Senior Associates are responsible to direct the day-to-day accounting and administration for several client sponsored investment funds.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As a Fund Administration, Senior Associate you will:

Validate and review all daily activity while maintaining all required controls

Calculate and process fund activities, e.g. support the production of NAV, SEC yields, distributions, corporate actions, etc. and prepare proofs as needed

Support the review and validation of data as needed, e.g. fund NAV, as well as distribute information to Shared Services and Client Operations teams

Research and resolve exceptions and issues

Receive and resolve inquiries in a timely and accurate manner and communicate effectively with client when necessary

Define and ensure successful completion of ad-hoc requests

Escalate unresolved issues to management as required

Reconcile and resolve discrepancies with other teams as needed

Ensure appropriate records of daily and monthly activities are kept

Perform daily or weekly reporting functions for the team's activities

Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures

Keep up to date on broader internal/external business issues; apply knowledge across team

Assist management in the implementation of new policies and procedures, participate in projects

Assist with workflow management and technology enhancements, make suggestions to streamline operations

Maintain knowledge of current alternative procedures and processes

Support training of new hires as necessary

During the course of normal day to day operations, responsible for identifying any unusual or potentially suspicious transaction activity and must report and/or escalate in accordance with corporate policy and guidelines detailed in relevant operating procedures

Perform duties of Associates and provide back-up management support if required

Perform other duties as assigned

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are required.

  • Candidates must demonstrate initiative, be able to perform well under pressure and simultaneously handle multiple assignments.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

  • Minimum3 years of experience in the financial services industry preferably within a hedge fund accounting role

  • Demonstrate an understanding of fund level profit & loss characteristics and its implications on investor allocations for various complex fund structures.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook & Excel in required

  • Strong interpersonal skills, highly effective communication and organization skills

  • Ability to thrive and function in a deadline driven environment

  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot complex fund accounting problems and use analytical skills to resolve issues in a timely manne

Salary Range:

$58,240 - $92,560 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street's comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you'll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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