Finance Operations Analyst Salary in the United States

How much does a Finance Operations Analyst make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Finance Operations Analyst in the United States is $46,736 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $22.

However, a Finance Operations Analyst's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $53,990
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42,609 to $50,533
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,850
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Finance Operations Analyst Salaries by Percentile

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Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $50,533 $4,211 $972 $24
Average $46,736 $3,895 $899 $22
25th Percentile $42,609 $3,551 $819 $20
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Key Factors That Influence Finance Operations Analyst Salaries

A Finance Operations Analyst'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Finance Operations Analyst Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Finance Operations Analyst'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): $46,457
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,103
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $63,477
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $62,060
  • Expert (over 8 years): $70,980
Levels Salary
Finance O... Level Finance Operations Analyst$46,457
Banking O... Level Finance Operations Analyst$53,103
Banking O... Level Finance Operations Analyst$63,477
Banking O... Level Finance Operations Analyst$62,060
Banking O... Level Finance Operations Analyst$70,980
$46,457 0 yr
$53,103 < 2 yrs
$63,477 2-4 yrs
$62,060 5-8 yrs
$70,980 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Finance Operations Analysts

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:

  • San Jose: $58,949
  • San Francisco: $58,303
  • Oakland: $57,074

What Skills Can Increase a Finance Operations Analyst's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 8.78% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Data Entry (Mentioned in 1.9% Job Postings): Transcribing information into an electronic medium such as a computer or other electronic device.
  • Microsoft Excel (Mentioned in 1.25% Job Postings): Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet developed by Microsoft for Windows, macOS, Android and iOS. It features calculation or computation capabilities, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming language called Visual Basic for Applications.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 8.78%
Data Entry 1.9%
Microsoft Excel 1.25%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Finance Operations Analyst's salary.
  • Budgeting: Can increase your salary by up to 36%.
  • Building Maintenance: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
  • Repairing: Can increase your salary by up to 29%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Budgeting
$63,562
36%
Building Maintenance
$60,757
30%
Repairing
$60,290
29%
Financial Analysis
$56,551
21%
Product Pricing
$55,149
18%
Process Improvement
$51,877
11%
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Finance Operations Analyst Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Finance Operations Analyst 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 Financial Services and Insurance sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Finance Operations Analyst positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Finance Operations Analyst as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Finance Operations Analyst

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$60,757$29.030%
Insurance$51,410$25.010%

How Education impacts a Finance Operations Analyst's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Finance Operations Analysts enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Finance Operations Analyst with a Associate's Degree is between $46,086 and $50,415).

Finance Operations Analyst Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Finance Operations Analyst
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.8%
High School 22.5%
Associates 10.0%
Bachelors 58.3%
Masters 8.3%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Finance Operations Analyst Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Finance Operations Analyst'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Finance Operations Analyst

Salaries for a Finance Operations Analyst can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $45,465 in 2023 to around $44,807 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Finance Operations Analyst salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Finance Operations Analyst Over Time

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2023
$45,465
2024
$45,073
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$44,807
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2024 $45,073
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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Finance Operations Analyst

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Finance Operations Analyst?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Finance Operations Analyst roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

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