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M3 - Manager

The median salary range for Accounting (M3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $119k - $155k as of Aug 2026, based on 1,773 job postings from 478 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$118,500

13%

Mid

$136,750

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 107 Data Points		$60,000	$70,000	$80,000
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.	Very Large 414 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 122 Data Points		$79,135	$92,068	$105,000
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.	Very Large 560 Data Points		$94,000	$108,000	$122,000
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.	Medium 41 Data Points		$76,250	$84,375	$92,500
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.	Small 11 Data Points		$120,000	$154,100	$188,200
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 464 Data Points		$118,500	$136,750	$155,000
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 231 Data Points		$143,700	$166,850	$190,000
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 230 Data Points		$167,960	$194,730	$221,500
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Small 22 Data Points		$200,000	$230,500	$261,000