Finance & Accounting

Financial Controller Salary
in Doha 2026

QAR 35,793 /mo

QAR 429,516/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

QAR 429,516

Salary Range

30,868–40,148

Total Package

QAR 35,793

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

QAR 35,793
P10 MEDIAN P90
QAR 21,608 P25: QAR 30,868 P75: QAR 40,148 QAR 52,192

50% of Financial Controllers in Doha earn between QAR 30,868 and QAR 40,148 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
QAR 22,040
Housing Allowance 30%
QAR 6,724
Transport 10%
QAR 2,241
Medical Insurance
QAR 801
Annual Flight
QAR 607
Gratuity (accrued)
QAR 1,307
Total Package
QAR 35,793/mo QAR 429,516/year

0% Income Tax β€” Take-home equals gross

Monthly QAR 35,793
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Financial Controller in Doha

79K 60K 41K 22K 30K 0-2 yrs 32K 3-5 yrs 37K 6-9 yrs 43K 10-14 yrs 51K 15-19 yrs 61K 20-25 yrs 56K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years QAR 25,463 QAR 29,525 QAR 33,118
3-5 years QAR 28,026 QAR 32,496 QAR 36,450
6-9 years QAR 31,935 QAR 37,030 QAR 41,535
10-14 years QAR 36,678 QAR 42,530 QAR 47,705
15-19 years QAR 43,680 QAR 50,648 QAR 56,811
20-25 years QAR 52,935 QAR 61,379 QAR 68,849
25-30 years QAR 48,412 QAR 56,135 QAR 62,966

Salary by Industry

How Financial Controller pays across industries in Doha

Executive & General Management
QAR 46,531
+30%
Oil, Gas & Energy
QAR 43,667
+22%
Banking & Financial Services
QAR 42,952
+20%
Legal & Compliance
QAR 40,088
+12%
Construction & Real Estate
QAR 35,793
0%
Engineering & Technology
QAR 35,793
0%
Healthcare & Medical
QAR 34,003
-5%
Finance & Accounting
QAR 34,003
-5%
Sales & Marketing
QAR 32,214
-10%
Human Resources
QAR 31,498
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
QAR 31,498
-12%
Government & Public Sector
QAR 30,424
-15%
Media & Creative
QAR 30,424
-15%
Education & Training
QAR 28,634
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
QAR 27,919
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With QAR 35,793/mo salary and estimated expenses of QAR 17,897/mo, you could save QAR 17,896/mo (QAR 214,752/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Financial Controller in Doha is QAR 35,793 per month (QAR 429,516 per year). Salaries range from QAR 30,868 at the 25th percentile to QAR 40,148 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Financial Controller with approximately 7 years of experience in Doha can expect a median base salary of QAR 35,793/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (QAR 6,724), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately QAR 35,793.

In Qatar, Financial Controller positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (30% of base salary), transportation allowance (10%), annual flight tickets for home country visits, private medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity as mandated by labor law. Senior roles may also include education allowance for dependents and performance bonuses.

Doha offers among the highest salaries for Financial Controller positions in the GCC region. While cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi typically anchor at the higher end of the pay scale, the lower cost of living in some cities can result in better purchasing power. Use the comparison chart above to see exact figures across all 28 GCC cities.

Doha is a major hub for Finance & Accounting professionals. The city offers tax-free income, a multicultural working environment, and strong demand for skilled professionals. The Finance & Accounting sector in Qatar continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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