How much does a Financial Controller earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Financial Controller in Nigeria ranges from NGN 47,356 to NGN 212,500 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 479 job listings

Salary Guide

Financial Controller Salary in Nigeria

Based on 479 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦47,356 - ₦212,500

Median salary

₦47,356 - ₦212,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦38K

25th percentile₦47K

Median₦47K

75th percentile₦213K

90th percentile₦244K

50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦212,500 NGN

The median salary is ₦47,356

Top cities

Lagos193 job openings

Abuja39 job openings

Top companies hiring

Confidential10

Dangote Industries Limited6

Esther4

Talent Scout2

AARTI STEEL NIGERIA LTD1

ANAS ATIANTIC SERVICES LIMITED1

ASCENTECH SERVICES LIMITED1

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Financial Controller

479 job openings

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The average salary for a Financial Controller in Nigeria is NGN 47,356 - NGN 212,500 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 129,928 per year, based on 479 active job listings.

The cities with the most Financial Controller job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Lekki, Ikeja, Lagos State. Lagos leads with 193 job openings.

Leading employers for Financial Controller roles in Nigeria include Confidential, Dangote Industries Limited, Esther, Talent Scout, AARTI STEEL NIGERIA LTD.

Explore 479 Financial Controller job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.