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How much does an Assistant Financial Controller make in the United States? The average Assistant Financial Controller salary in the United States is $166,690 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $146,320 and $190,470. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Assistant Financial Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Assistant Financial Controller Salary $127,774 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Assistant Financial Controller Salary $146,320 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Assistant Financial Controller Salary $166,690 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Assistant Financial Controller Salary $190,470 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Assistant Financial Controller Salary $212,120 US March 26, 2024
25% $146,320 10% $127,774 90% $212,120 75% $190,470 $166,690 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Assistant Financial Controller contributes to the development and maintenance of financial reporting, planning and budgeting systems. Assists the corporate controller in directing the organization's accounting functions including cost, payables, and reporting. Being an Assistant Financial Controller ensures that all corporate and required accounting policies and procedures are documented and followed by the organization. Oversees the preparation of periodic reporting and required legal filings. In addition, Assistant Financial Controller may train accounting staff. May coordinate with auditors. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Typically reports to a controller. The Assistant Financial Controller typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Working as an Assistant Financial Controller typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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