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How much does an Deputy Controller make in the United States? The average Deputy Controller salary in the United States is $166,700 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $146,400 and $190,500. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Deputy Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Deputy Controller Salary $127,918 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Deputy Controller Salary $146,400 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Deputy Controller Salary $166,700 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Deputy Controller Salary $190,500 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Deputy Controller Salary $212,169 US March 26, 2024
25% $146,400 10% $127,918 90% $212,169 75% $190,500 $166,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Deputy Controller contributes to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning and budgeting systems. Assists the corporate controller in directing the organization's accounting functions including cost, payables, and reporting. Being a Deputy Controller ensures that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization. Oversees the preparation of periodic reporting and required legal filings. In addition, Deputy Controller may train accounting staff. May coordinate with auditors. Requires a bachelor's degree of accounting or finance. Typically reports to the controller. The Deputy 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. Working as a Deputy 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)

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