Okay, let’s calculate. Peggy has a broad range of accounting skills, including financial reporting, analysis, and compliance. She’s also familiar with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley. While her experience is solid, it’s not at the senior level. Location is Denver, CO, which is a mid-sized market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, accountants in this area can earn around $50,000-$70,000 per year. Considering her skills and education, I estimate her hourly rate to be around $75, which is on the lower end of the scale. However, this is a conservative estimate, and her actual rate could be higher depending on her level of experience and the specific industry she’s working in.