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M3 - Manager
The median salary range for Accounting (M3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $120k - $155k as of Oct 2026, based on 2,512 job postings from 588 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$120,000
13%
Mid
$137,500
13%
High
$155,000
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 146 Data Points | $60,000 | $68,000 | $76,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 520 Data Points | $70,000 | $80,000 | $90,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 158 Data Points | $80,000 | $95,000 | $110,000 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 768 Data Points | $94,865 | $108,808 | $122,750 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Large 59 Data Points | $75,500 | $85,250 | $95,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Small 17 Data Points | $132,050 | $161,825 | $191,600 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 633 Data Points | $120,000 | $137,500 | $155,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 314 Data Points | $147,000 | $169,750 | $192,500 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 288 Data Points | $170,000 | $195,000 | $220,000 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Medium 38 Data Points | $196,200 | $229,600 | $263,000 |