Okay, let’s tackle this. So Jennie has 41 years of experience as a staff accountant, which is a long tenure. Her skills include accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and internal controls, which are in demand. Location is Mount Olive, North Carolina, which is a smaller market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, accounting professionals in the Carolinas typically earn around $40–$60 per hour. Considering her experience and skills, maybe a bit higher. Let’s check averages. Experienced accountants in the region might average $50–$70 per hour. So I’ll estimate around $75, on the lower end of that range.