Financial Reporting Consultant Salary in the United States

How much does a Financial Reporting Consultant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Financial Reporting Consultant in the United States is $78,528 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Financial Reporting Consultant's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,896
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,756 to $84,479
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,590
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Financial Reporting Consultant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $84,479 $7,040 $1,625 $41
Average $78,528 $6,544 $1,510 $38
25th Percentile $71,756 $5,980 $1,380 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Financial Reporting Consultant Salaries

A Financial Reporting Consultant'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 Financial Reporting Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Financial Reporting Consultant'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): $68,800
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,090
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,792
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $109,198
  • Expert (over 8 years): $118,092
Levels Salary
Financial... Level Financial Reporting Consultant$68,800
Financial... Level Financial Reporting Consultant$78,090
Financial... Level Financial Reporting Consultant$93,792
Financial... Level Financial Reporting Consultant$109,198
Financial... Level Financial Reporting Consultant$118,092
$68,800 0 yr
$78,090 < 2 yrs
$93,792 2-4 yrs
$109,198 5-8 yrs
$118,092 > 8 yrs
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How Do Financial Reporting Consultant Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Financial Reporting Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $86,946.
  • California: $86,616.
  • Massachusetts: $85,462.

Top Paying Cities for Financial Reporting Consultants

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: $99,047
  • San Francisco: $97,963
  • Oakland: $95,898

What Skills Can Increase a Financial Reporting Consultant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.29% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Accounts Payable (Mentioned in 2.13% Job Postings): Accounts payable (AP) is money owed by a business to its suppliers shown as a liability on a company's balance sheet. It is distinct from notes payable liabilities, which are debts created by formal legal instrument documents.
  • Financial Analysis (Mentioned in 1.07% Job Postings): Financial statement analysis (or financial analysis) is the process of reviewing and analyzing a company's financial statements to make better economic decisions to earn income in future. These statements include the income statement, balance sheet, statement of cash flows, notes to accounts and a statement of changes in equity (if applicable). Financial statement analysis is a method or process involving specific techniques for evaluating risks, performance, financial health, and future prospects of an organization. It is used by a variety of stakeholders, such as credit and equity investors, the government, the public, and decision-makers within the organization. These stakeholders have different interests and apply a variety of different techniques to meet their needs. For example, equity investors are interested in the long-term earnings power of the organization and perhaps the sustainability and growth of dividend payments. Creditors want to ensure the interest and principal is paid on the organizations debt securities (e.g., bonds) when due.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 7.29%
Accounts Payable 2.13%
Financial Analysis 1.07%
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 Financial Reporting Consultant's salary.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
  • Variance Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
  • Accounting and Reporting: Can increase your salary by up to 10%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Coordination
$90,307
15%
Variance Analysis
$86,381
10%
Accounting and Reporting
$86,381
10%
Presentation
$85,595
9%
Budgeting
$85,595
9%
Technical Accounting
$84,810
8%
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Financial Reporting Consultant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Financial Reporting Consultant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 65% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Financial Reporting Consultant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Financial Reporting Consultant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Financial Reporting Consultant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$106,013$51.035%
Internet$98,160$47.025%
Financial Services$94,233$45.020%
Healthcare$94,233$45.020%
Energy & Utilities$86,381$42.010%

How Education impacts a Financial Reporting Consultant's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Financial Reporting Consultants enter the field with a Bachelor'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 Financial Reporting Consultant with a Bachelor's Degree is between $77,730 and $83,044).

Financial Reporting Consultant Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Financial Reporting Consultant
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.9%
High School 1.9%
Associates 1.9%
Bachelors 62.5%
Masters 33.7%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Financial Reporting Consultant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Financial Reporting Consultant'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 Financial Reporting Consultant

Salaries for a Financial Reporting Consultant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $75,054 in 2023 to around $73,650 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Financial Reporting Consultant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Financial Reporting Consultant Over Time

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2023
$75,054
2024
$74,232
2025
$73,650
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2024 $74,232
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FAQ about Financial Reporting Consultant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Financial Reporting Consultant?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Financial Reporting Consultant roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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