United Arab Emirates
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Chief Accountant

Average Experienced Chief Accountant with Tax Compliance Skills Salary in United Arab Emirates

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AED 124,646
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (AED)
10%
AED 9k
MEDIAN
AED 125k
90%
AED 219k

The average salary for a Chief Accountant is AED 124,646 in 2025

Base Salary
AED 9k - AED 219k
Bonus
AED 0 - AED 13k
Total Pay
AED 29k - AED 219k
Based on 10 salary profiles (last updated Sep 26 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Chief Accountant

Medical
67%
Dental
11%
Vision
11%
None
33%

Gender Breakdown for Chief Accountants

Male
66.7%
Female
33.3%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Chief Accountants

What is the highest pay for Chief Accountants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Chief Accountant is AED 219k / year

What is the lowest pay for Chief Accountants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Chief Accountant is AED 9k / year

How can Chief Accountants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Chief Accountant is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Chief Accountant that oversees more junior Chief Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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