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Private Equity Accountant

Average Private Equity Accountant Salary

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$59,681
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$45k
MEDIAN
$60k
90%
$87k

The average salary for a Private Equity Accountant is $59,681 in 2025

Base Salary
$45k - $87k
Bonus
$581 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$518 - $10k
Commission
$529 - $31k
Total Pay
$42k - $87k
Based on 16,148 salary profiles (last updated Feb 07 2024)
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3.8 out of 5
(1,445)
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Common Health Benefits for a Private Equity Accountant

Medical
73%
Dental
58%
Vision
51%
None
26%

Gender Breakdown for Private Equity Accountants

Female
65.4%
Male
33.5%
Prefer to self-define
1.0%
This data is based on 5,279 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Private Equity Accountants

What is the highest pay for Private Equity Accountants?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Private Equity Accountant is $87k / year

What is the lowest pay for Private Equity Accountants?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Private Equity Accountant is $45k / year

How can Private Equity Accountants increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Private Equity 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 Private Equity Accountant that oversees more junior Private Equity Accountants, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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