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Financial Controller Salary in Columbus, Ohio

The median financial controller salary in Columbus, OH is $118,750 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 5.6% above the Ohio state average.

City Median
$118,750
vs State Avg
+$6,250
vs National
$-6,250
Cost of Living
95%

Financial Controller Salary in Columbus by Experience

In Columbus, an entry-level financial controller earns around $77,900, while experienced professionals earn up to $180,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$77,900
$-4,100 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$121,600
$-6,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$180,500
$-9,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbus, OH

Percentile Columbus
10th Percentile $74,100
25th Percentile $93,100
Median (50th) $118,750
75th Percentile $153,900
90th Percentile $188,100

Financial Controller Salary in Other Ohio Cities

Cincinnati, OH
$112,500
Pop. 309,317
Cleveland, OH
$107,500
Pop. 372,624
Akron, OH
$105,000
Pop. 190,469
Toledo, OH
$102,500
Pop. 270,871

How to Become a Financial Controller in Columbus

Education

Most financial controller positions require a bachelor's degree. Columbus and the surrounding Ohio 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 Columbus may vary based on local industry and population growth.