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Expense Controller

Average Expense Controller Salary

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$92,354
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$63k
MEDIAN
$92k
90%
$133k

The average salary for an Expense Controller is $92,354 in 2025

Base Salary
$63k - $133k
Bonus
$2k - $22k
Profit Sharing
$1k - $14k
Commission
$935 - $72k
Total Pay
$62k - $143k
Based on 11,452 salary profiles (last updated Feb 07 2024)
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4.1 out of 5
(1,102)
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Common Health Benefits for a Expense Controller

Medical
81%
Dental
66%
Vision
57%
None
19%

Gender Breakdown for Expense Controllers

Female
64.9%
Male
34.2%
Prefer to self-define
0.8%
This data is based on 4,319 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Expense Controllers

What is the highest pay for Expense Controllers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Expense Controller is $133k / year

What is the lowest pay for Expense Controllers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Expense Controller is $63k / year

How can Expense Controllers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Expense Controller is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Expense Controller that oversees more junior Expense Controllers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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