How much does an IT Controller make in Washington, DC? The average IT Controller salary in Washington, DC is $160,379 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $137,948 and $181,890. 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. 

IT Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile IT Controller Salary $117,526 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
25th Percentile IT Controller Salary $137,948 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
50th Percentile IT Controller Salary $160,379 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
75th Percentile IT Controller Salary $181,890 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
90th Percentile IT Controller Salary $201,476 Washington,DC February 26, 2024
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What skills does an IT Controller need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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Futures: Futures are derivative financial contracts obligating the buyer to purchase an asset or the seller to sell an asset at a predetermined future date and set price.

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Financial Accounting: Financial accounting (or financial accountancy) is the field of accounting concerned with the summary, analysis and reporting of financial transactions related to a business. This involves the preparation of financial statements available for public use. Stockholders, suppliers, banks, employees, government agencies, business owners, and other stakeholders are examples of people interested in receiving such information for decision making purposes. Financial accountancy is governed by both local and international accounting standards. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) is the standard framework of guidelines for financial accounting used in any given jurisdiction. It includes the standards, conventions and rules that accountants follow in recording and summarizing and in the preparation of financial statements. On the other hand, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) is a set of passionable accounting standards stating how particular types of transactions and other events should be reported in financial statements. IFRS are issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB). With IFRS becoming more widespread on the international scene, consistency in financial reporting has become more prevalent between global organizations.

Analysis 0.21%
Futures 0.03%
Financial Accounting 0.03%
Others 99.73%

Job Description for IT Controller

IT Controller manages and establishes budget, business plan, and financial policies for IT function. Supervises accounting personnel. Being an IT Controller requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a CFO or top management. The IT Controller manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be an IT Controller typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for IT Controller

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For IT Controller, the first career path typically starts with an Assistant Controller position, and then progresses to Top Division Controller.

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IT Controller salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of IT Controller, the highest IT Controller salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the IT Controller salary is 25.0% above. The lowest IT Controller salary is in Miami, FL, where the IT Controller salary is 2.9% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.9%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 5.5%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.7%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 17.5%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-0.7%

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