Jobs in finance and accounting are expected to see continued demand, with employment growth linked to the health of the broader economy. These jobs will continue to offer above average pay but usually require higher education or certification to enter the field. While automation will replace many common tasks, it is not expected to reduce the need for these employees; it will instead allow them to focus on core soft skills like advising clients and analyzing trends.
Recent salaries shared by Controller Senior
50 salaries
Job Title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Location
Date submitted
Job Title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base • Additional pay
Senior Controller
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15+ years
$134K - $156K/yr
Wilmington, DE
submitted on Feb 12, 2026
$134K - $156K/yr
Senior Controller
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15+ years
$83K/yr
($83K • $0)
Deland, FL
submitted on Dec 12, 2025
$83K/yr
$83K • $0
Senior Controller
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15+ years
$177K/yr
($154K • $23K)
Salt Lake City, UT
submitted on Nov 19, 2025
$177K/yr
$154K • $23K
Senior Controller
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7-9 years
$81K/yr
($81K • $0)
Wilmington, NC
submitted on Jun 26, 2025
$81K/yr
$81K • $0
Senior Controller
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15+ years
$163K - $188K/yr
New York, NY
submitted on May 7, 2025
$163K - $188K/yr
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Senior Controller
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7-9 years
$67K/yr
($67K • $0)
Columbia, SC
submitted on Feb 25, 2025
$67K/yr
$67K • $0
Senior Controller
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10-14 years
$97K - $112K/yr
Alpharetta, GA
submitted on Jan 25, 2025
$97K - $112K/yr
Senior Controller
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15+ years
$106K - $123K/yr
Oklahoma City, OK
submitted on Dec 31, 2024
$106K - $123K/yr
Senior Controller
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4-6 years
$137K/yr
($137K • $0)
Novi, MI
submitted on Oct 30, 2024
$137K/yr
$137K • $0
Senior Controller
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15+ years
$65K - $75K/yr
Flint, MI
submitted on Oct 22, 2024
$65K - $75K/yr
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Frequently asked questions about Senior Controller salaries
The average salary for Senior Controller is $138,882 per year or $67 per hour, with top earners making up to $237,199 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $105,668 (25th percentile) to $184,980 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 131 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Controller employees.
The highest salary for Senior Controller is $184,980 per year, $15,415 per month or $89 per hour.
The lowest salary for Senior Controller is $105,668 per year, $8,806 per month or $51 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Senior Controller ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $94,614 per year (estimate) and goes up to $390,832 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.