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Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salary in Virginia

How much does an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager make in Virginia?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager in Virginia is $122,336 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $59.

However, an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,427
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,548 to $133,376
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $99,816
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Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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75th Percentile $133,376 $11,115 $2,565 $64
Average $122,336 $10,195 $2,353 $59
25th Percentile $110,548 $9,212 $2,126 $53
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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries

An Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $92,726
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $101,942
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,524
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,360
  • Expert (over 8 years): $201,217
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Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager$92,726
Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager$101,942
Assistant... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager$121,524
Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager$165,360
Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager$201,217
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$101,942 < 2 yrs
$121,524 2-4 yrs
$165,360 5-8 yrs
$201,217 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Assistant Controller, Accounting Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Ivanhoe: $112,508
  • Lambsburg: $112,748
  • Laurel Fork: $112,874

Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$146,804$71.020%
Financial Services$146,804$71.020%
Pharmaceuticals$140,687$68.015%
Energy & Utilities$134,570$65.010%
Insurance$134,570$65.010%

Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$110,548
Average $122,336/year
$133,376
$9,212
Average $10,195/month
$11,115
$2,126
Average $2,353/week
$2,565
$53
Average $59/hour
$64
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $133,376 $11,115 $2,565 $64
Average $122,336 $10,195 $2,353 $59
25th Percentile $110,548 $9,212 $2,126 $53

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