Hotel Financial Controller Salary in the United States

How much does a Hotel Financial Controller make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hotel Financial Controller in the United States is $99,216 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $48.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $122,649
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $84,303 to $111,482
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $70,725
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Hotel Financial Controller Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $111,482 $9,290 $2,144 $54
Average $99,216 $8,268 $1,908 $48
25th Percentile $84,303 $7,025 $1,621 $41
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Key Factors That Influence Hotel Financial Controller Salaries

A Hotel 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 Experience Level Affects Hotel Financial Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Hotel Financial Controller'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): $90,356
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $91,112
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $93,634
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $96,661
  • Expert (over 8 years): $99,557
Levels Salary
Entry Level Hotel Financial Controller$90,356
Intermediate Level Hotel Financial Controller$91,112
Senior Level Hotel Financial Controller$93,634
Specialist Level Hotel Financial Controller$96,661
Expert Level Hotel Financial Controller$99,557
$90,356 0 yr
$91,112 < 2 yrs
$93,634 2-4 yrs
$96,661 5-8 yrs
$99,557 > 8 yrs
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How Do Hotel 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 Hotel Financial Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $109,852.
  • California: $109,435.
  • Massachusetts: $107,977.

Top Paying Cities for Hotel 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: $125,141
  • San Francisco: $123,911
  • Oakland: $121,163

What Skills Can Increase a Hotel 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%
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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 Hotel 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
 $106,161
7%
Active Listening
 $105,169
6%
Economics
 $104,177
5%
Collaboration
 $104,177
5%
Collective Bargaining
 $103,185
4%
Financial Literacy
 $103,185
4%
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How Education impacts a Hotel Financial Controller's Salary?

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

Hotel Financial Controller Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Hotel 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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Hotel Financial Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Hotel 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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$84,303
Average $99,216/year
$111,482
$7,025
Average $8,268/month
$9,290
$1,621
Average $1,908/week
$2,144
$41
Average $48/hour
$54
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $111,482 $9,290 $2,144 $54
Average $99,216 $8,268 $1,908 $48
25th Percentile $84,303 $7,025 $1,621 $41

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Salary Trends for Hotel Financial Controller

Salaries for a Hotel Financial Controller can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $78,333 in 2023 to around $77,926 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Hotel Financial Controller salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Hotel Financial Controller Over Time

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