Accountant/Financial Controller Salary in the United States

How much does an Accountant/Financial Controller make in the United States?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for an Accountant/Financial Controller in the United States is $101,404 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, an Accountant/Financial Controller's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,550
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,221 to $114,043
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $72,398
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Accountant/Financial Controller Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $114,043 $9,504 $2,193 $55
Average $101,404 $8,450 $1,950 $49
25th Percentile $86,221 $7,185 $1,658 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Accountant/Financial Controller Salaries

An Accountant/Financial Controller'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 Do Accountant/Financial Controller 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 Accountant/Financial Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $112,275.
  • California: $111,849.
  • Massachusetts: $110,358.

Top Paying Cities for Accountant/Financial Controllers

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: $127,901
  • San Francisco: $126,643
  • Oakland: $123,835

What Skills Can Increase an Accountant/Financial Controller's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 14.81% 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.
  • Financial Services (Mentioned in 2.95% Job Postings): A services provided by the finance industry, which encompasses a broad range of businesses that manage money. These services involve banking, brokerage, mortgages, credit cards, payment services, real estate, investment funds, taxes and accounting.
  • Business Administration (Mentioned in 1.17% Job Postings): It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 14.81%
Financial Services 2.95%
Business Administration 1.17%
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 an Accountant/Financial Controller's salary.
  • Analysis: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Active Listening: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
  • Economics: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analysis
$108,502
7%
Active Listening
$107,488
6%
Economics
$106,474
5%
Collaboration
$106,474
5%
Collective Bargaining
$105,460
4%
Financial Literacy
$105,460
4%
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How Education impacts an Accountant/Financial Controller's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Accountant/Financial Controllers 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 an Accountant/Financial Controller with a Bachelor's Degree is between $89,240 and $98,707).

Accountant/Financial Controller Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Accountant/Financial Controller
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.0%
High School 5.1%
Associates 10.3%
Bachelors 42.6%
Masters 39.5%
Doctorate 1.5%
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Accountant/Financial Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Accountant/Financial Controller'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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Salary Trends for Accountant/Financial Controller

Salaries for an Accountant/Financial Controller can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $80,007 in 2023 to around $79,592 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Accountant/Financial Controller salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Accountant/Financial Controller Over Time

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2023
$80,007
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$80,097
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2024 $80,097
2025 $79,592
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