How much does a Controller make in Pennsylvania? The average Controller salary in Pennsylvania is $251,639 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $211,630 and $295,192. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Controller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Controller Salary $175,203 PA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Controller Salary $211,630 PA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Controller Salary $251,639 PA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Controller Salary $295,192 PA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Controller Salary $334,845 PA February 26, 2024
25% $211,630 10% $175,203 90% $334,845 75% $295,192 $251,639 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a 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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General Ledger: Creating and keeping track of business transactions and activities to monitor financial operations.

3.

Generally Accepted Accounting Principles: Helping and maintaining accounting rules and standards for financial reporting to ensure consistency and transparency.

Analysis 18.65%
General Ledger 10.9%
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles 3.83%
Others 66.62%

Job Description for Controller

Controller leads and directs an organization's accounting functions. Establishes and maintains the organization's overall accounting systems, procedures, and policies. Being a Controller directs all analysis and reporting of financial information including budgets, planning, and required filings and reports. Presents findings and recommendations to management. Additionally, Controller requires a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance. Typically requires the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential. Typically reports to chief financial officer (CFO). The Controller manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Stroudsburg, PA Avg. Salary $258,664 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aaronsburg, PA Avg. Salary $243,742 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abbottstown, PA Avg. Salary $246,672 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Abington, PA Avg. Salary $267,373 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ackermanville, PA Avg. Salary $269,645 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acme, PA Avg. Salary $238,593 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acosta, PA Avg. Salary $232,174 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adah, PA Avg. Salary $246,849 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adamsburg, PA Avg. Salary $247,353 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adamstown, PA Avg. Salary $250,825 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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