How much does an Assistant Controller make in California? The average Assistant Controller salary in California is $184,305 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $161,790 and $210,603. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Assistant Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant Controller Salary $141,292 CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Assistant Controller Salary $161,790 CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Assistant Controller Salary $184,305 CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Assistant Controller Salary $210,603 CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Assistant Controller Salary $234,545 CA April 24, 2024
25% $161,790 10% $141,292 90% $234,545 75% $210,603 $184,305 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does an Assistant Controller need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Internal Control: Internal control, as defined by accounting and auditing, is a process for assuring of an organization's objectives in operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with laws, regulations and policies.

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Account Reconciliation: Account Reconcilation is the process of ensuring internal financial records to external spending.

Analysis 6.03%
Internal Control 3.02%
Account Reconciliation 1.03%
Others 89.92%

Job Description for Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller assists the corporate controller in directing the organization's accounting functions including cost, payables, and reporting. Contributes to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning and budgeting systems. Being an Assistant Controller oversees the preparation of periodic reporting and required legal filings. Ensures that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization. Additionally, Assistant Controller may train accounting staff. May coordinate with auditors. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Typically reports to a controller. The Assistant Controller typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be an Assistant Controller typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • The Assistant Controller reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor-Business & Financial Services and Controller and serves as the deputy of the Bus...
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  • Job Title. Assistant Controller. Location. Orange County, CA. Overview. We are actively seeking an Assistant Controller for our operations in Orange County...
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  • Job Title. Assistant Controller. Location. Sonoma, California. Salary Range. $135,000 - $150,000 per year. Job Description. A Sonoma company is seeking an ...
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  • The County of San Diego Office of Auditor & Controller has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and qualified individual to join our team as an Assistan...
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $176,117 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $178,623 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $184,973 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $175,783 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $171,271 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $182,300 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $176,618 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $166,426 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $203,855 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $203,353 Date Updated April 24, 2024

Career Path for Assistant Controller

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For Assistant Controller, the upper level is Top Division Controller and then progresses to Controller.

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