As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Junior Controller in Irvine, CA is $245,946, equivalent to $118 per hour, $4,730 weekly, or $20,496 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Junior Controller in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Junior Controller in Irvine, CA vary widely, spanning from $211,954 to $307,666. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($228,153) and 75th percentile ($278,253), while top earners (90th percentile) make $307,666 per year. This $50,100 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or General Ledger, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Irvine Junior Controller often earn 0.4% higher than national averages. However, Irvine currently ranks 102 statewide for Junior Controller job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Junior Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $211,954 Irvine, CA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $228,153 Irvine, CA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $245,946 Irvine, CA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $278,253 Irvine, CA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Junior Controller Salary $307,666 Irvine, CA April 01, 2026
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Junior Controller in Irvine, CA. The base salary for Junior Controller ranges from $228,153 to $278,253 with the average base salary of $245,946. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $248,079 to $385,983 with the average total cash compensation of $307,815.

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