Junior Finance Assistant Salary in the United States

How much does a Junior Finance Assistant make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Junior Finance Assistant in the United States is $58,245 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,278
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,631 to $65,067
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,787
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Junior Finance Assistant Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $65,067 $5,422 $1,251 $31
Average $58,245 $4,854 $1,120 $28
25th Percentile $49,631 $4,136 $954 $24
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Key Factors That Influence Junior Finance Assistant Salaries

A Junior Finance Assistant'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 Junior Finance Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Junior Finance Assistant'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): $58,843
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $70,137
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $96,631
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $118,478
  • Expert (over 8 years): $138,409
Levels Salary
Junior Fi... Level Junior Finance Assistant$58,843
Organizat... Level Junior Finance Assistant$70,137
Organizat... Level Junior Finance Assistant$96,631
Organizat... Level Junior Finance Assistant$118,478
Organizat... Level Junior Finance Assistant$138,409
$58,843 0 yr
$70,137 < 2 yrs
$96,631 2-4 yrs
$118,478 5-8 yrs
$138,409 > 8 yrs
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How Do Junior Finance Assistant 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 Junior Finance Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $64,489.
  • California: $64,244.
  • Massachusetts: $63,388.

Top Paying Cities for Junior Finance Assistants

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: $73,465
  • San Francisco: $72,660
  • Oakland: $71,129

What Skills Can Increase a Junior Finance Assistant's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 6.04% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Social Work (Mentioned in 2.4% Job Postings): Social work is an academic discipline and profession that concerns itself with individuals, families, groups and communities in an effort to enhance social functioning and overall well-being. Social functioning is the way in which people perform their social roles, and the structural institutions that are provided[by whom?] to sustain them. Social work applies social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, political science, public health, community development, law, and economics, to engage with client systems, conduct assessments, and develop interventions to solve social and personal problems; and to bring about social change. Social work practice is often divided[by whom?] into micro-work, which involves working directly with individuals or small groups; and macro-work, which involves working with communities, and - within social policy - fostering change on a larger scale.
  • Special Education (Mentioned in 1.15% Job Postings): Special education is the practice of educating students in a way that accommodates their individual differences, disabilities, and special needs.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 6.04%
Social Work 2.4%
Special Education 1.15%
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 Junior Finance Assistant's salary.
  • CRM: Can increase your salary by up to 24%.
  • Accountability: Can increase your salary by up to 20%.
  • Commitment: Can increase your salary by up to 12%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
CRM
$72,224
24%
Accountability
$69,894
20%
Commitment
$65,235
12%
Economics
$64,652
11%
Financial Services
$64,652
11%
Onboarding
$63,487
9%
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Junior Finance Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Junior Finance Assistant roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 42% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Internet sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 22% above the average. In contrast, Junior Finance Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Junior Finance Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Junior Finance Assistant

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$71,059$34.022%
Internet$67,564$32.016%
Biotechnology$65,235$31.012%
Aerospace & Defense$64,652$31.011%
Energy & Utilities$64,070$31.010%

Junior Finance Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Junior Finance Assistant'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 Junior Finance Assistant

Salaries for a Junior Finance Assistant can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $56,615 in 2023 to around $56,445 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Junior Finance Assistant salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Junior Finance Assistant Over Time

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$56,658
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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Head of Finance. About the Company. A construction company driving growth through financial strategy and operational excellence. Industry. Construction. Ty... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Head of Finance. About the Company. A venture-backed beverage brand operating at the intersection of taste, health, and modern lifestyle. Industry. Food & ... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Head of Finance. About the Company. Digital health company providing integrated virtual care for chronic conditions at scale. Industry. Information Technol... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Finance Chair. About the Company. Mission-driven environmental organization. Industry. Environmental Services. Type. Non Profit. Founded. 2010. Employees. ... more

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  • Confidential

    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Head of Finance. About the Company. Organization seeking a strategic finance leader to strengthen financial reporting and performance management. Industry.... more

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    Columbus, OH

    Confidential | Columbus, OH

    Senior Vice President, Finance. About the Company. Branded consumer products company driving profitable growth across food, beverage, nutrition, and wellne... more

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FAQ about Junior Finance Assistant

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Junior Finance Assistant?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Junior Finance Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 22% above the market median.

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