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Financial Controller Salary in Lewiston, Maine

The median financial controller salary in Lewiston, ME is $112,500 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 8.2% below the Maine state average.

City Median
$112,500
vs State Avg
$-10,000
vs National
$-12,500
Cost of Living
90%

Financial Controller Salary in Lewiston by Experience

In Lewiston, an entry-level financial controller earns around $73,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $171,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,800
$-8,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$115,200
$-12,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$171,000
$-19,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lewiston, ME

Percentile Lewiston
10th Percentile $70,200
25th Percentile $88,200
Median (50th) $112,500
75th Percentile $145,800
90th Percentile $178,200

Financial Controller Salary in Other Maine Cities

Portland, ME
$135,000
Pop. 68,408
South Portland, ME
$131,250
Pop. 25,665
Bangor, ME
$115,000
Pop. 32,029
Auburn, ME
$111,250
Pop. 23,926

How to Become a Financial Controller in Lewiston

Education

Most financial controller positions require a bachelor's degree. Lewiston and the surrounding Maine area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Financial ReportingGAAPERP SystemsBudgetingTeam LeadershipTax Compliance

Job Outlook

Nationally, financial controller employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Lewiston may vary based on local industry and population growth.