What is the average salary for chartered accountants and what are the opportunities in the world of work?
The first Career Benchmarking Survey of ICAEW members in business reveals that the average salary is £79.4k with the largest group earning between £55k – £64k and 3% earning over £175k. Salaries also vary significantly by sector with the average salary highest in the financial services sector (£85k) and lowest in retail and wholesale (£70k) and manufacturing and engineering (£71k). Chartered Accounting is a highly regarded qualification in today’s business world. It is the designation that provides fantastic opportunities in terms of what you do and where you work.
