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H-1B data current through FY 2026 Q1

Financial Controller H-1B Visa Salary Data

There have been 128 certified H-1B filings for Financial Controller positions from FY 2020 to FY 2026. The median salary is $115,006, which is 12% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541.

128
Certified Filings
FY 2020-2026
$115,006
Median Salary
-12% vs national
$165,000
90th Percentile
Top earners
+28%
Salary Growth
Since FY 2020

Salary Distribution

Salary Range Distribution

Most Financial Controller H-1B salaries fall between $85,000 and $132,000.

Median Salary Trend

Financial Controller salaries have grown 28% from FY 2020 ($110,000) to FY 2026 ($140,400).

Top Employers & Locations

Top Employers for Financial Controller

Top Locations for Financial Controller

Location Filings Median
New York, NY 9 $150,000
Yonkers, NY 6 $82,285
Maspeth, NY 5 $119,787
Houston, TX 5 $113,589
San Francisco, CA 5 $180,000
Boca Raton, FL 4 $91,915
Atlanta, GA 4 $120,000
City Of Industry, CA 3 $110,000
Agat, GU 3 $63,886
Edison, NJ 3 $131,000

Key Insights

The median H-1B salary for Financial Controller is $115,006, based on 128 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This is 12% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Median pay has grown 28% since FY 2020 ($110,000 → $140,400).

Salaries span a $97,421 range from the 10th percentile ($67,579) to the 90th percentile ($165,000). The middle 50% of Financial Controllers earn between $85,000 and $132,000, reflecting variation in experience, specific technical skills, company tier, and geographic location.

HIGHBURY CONCRETE is the largest H-1B sponsor for this role, with 5 certified filings at a median salary of $119,787. Among the top sponsors, OPTIMISM PBC pays the highest median at $164,278. The pay spread across top employers is 157%.

Geographically, New York, NY has the highest concentration of Financial Controller H-1B filings (9) at a median of $150,000. The highest-paying metro among the top locations is San Francisco, CA at $180,000.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Financial Controller H-1B salary?

The median H-1B salary for Financial Controller positions is $115,006, based on 128 certified Labor Condition Applications from FY 2020 to FY 2026. This salary is 12% lower than the overall H-1B median of $130,541. Compensation varies significantly by employer type—large tech companies typically pay $132,000 to $165,000, while consulting firms and smaller employers may offer $67,579 to $85,000. Location also impacts pay, with coastal tech hubs commanding premium salaries.

10th percentile
$67,579
25th percentile
$85,000
Median
$115,006
75th percentile
$132,000
90th percentile
$165,000

Salaries range from $67,579 at the 10th percentile to $165,000 at the 90th percentile, showing a $97,421 spread. The 25th percentile is $85,000 and the 75th percentile is $132,000.

Which companies hire the most Financial Controllers on H-1B?

H-1B sponsorship for Financial Controller positions spans various industries and employer types. The top sponsors reflect where demand for this role is highest, with compensation varying based on employer size, industry sector, and geographic location. Larger employers often have established visa sponsorship programs and immigration support.

HIGHBURY CONCRETE is the largest H-1B sponsor for Financial Controller positions with 5 filings at a median salary of $119,787. CM PLUMBING follows with 4 filings.

Where are Financial Controller H-1B jobs located?

Financial Controller H-1B positions are concentrated in major tech hubs and metropolitan areas with strong technology ecosystems. The San Francisco Bay Area (including San Jose, Sunnyvale, and Mountain View) and Seattle-Redmond corridor dominate due to headquarters of major tech employers. New York City attracts Financial Controllers across finance, media, and tech sectors. Emerging hubs like Austin, Denver, and Raleigh-Durham offer growing opportunities with lower costs of living compared to coastal cities.

New York, NY has the highest concentration of Financial Controller H-1B filings with 9 positions at a median salary of $150,000. The highest-paying location is San Francisco, CA at $180,000 median.

How have Financial Controller salaries changed over time?

Financial Controller H-1B salaries have grown by +28% from FY 2020 to FY 2026, outpacing general inflation in most years. The median rose from $110,000 to $140,400 during this period. This growth reflects increasing demand for skilled tech workers, competitive hiring among major employers, and broader salary inflation in the technology sector. The distribution has also widened, with top-tier companies offering increasingly premium compensation to attract talent, while entry-level positions have seen more modest gains.

Salary Distribution by Year
FY 21
$126K
FY 22
$115K
FY 23
$113K
FY 24
$100K
FY 25
$119K
FY 26
$140K
$48K $196K

Year-by-year breakdown:

  • FY 2022: $115,006 (23 certified)
  • FY 2023: $113,381 (11 certified)
  • FY 2024: $100,000 (22 certified)
  • FY 2025: $118,800 (28 certified)
  • FY 2026: $140,400 (2 certified)