Finance & Accounting

Financial Controller Salary
in Manama 2026

BHD 2,972 /mo

BHD 35,664/year · 6-9 years (Mid Career)

Annual

BHD 35,664

Salary Range

2,564–3,335

Total Package

BHD 2,972

Income Tax

0%

Salary Range

Where you fall among professionals in this role

BHD 2,972
P10 MEDIAN P90
BHD 1,795 P25: BHD 2,564 P75: BHD 3,335 BHD 4,336

50% of Financial Controllers in Manama earn between BHD 2,564 and BHD 3,335 per month.

Total Compensation

Your full monthly package breakdown

Base Salary
BHD 1,931
Housing Allowance 28%
BHD 541
Transport 10%
BHD 193
Medical Insurance
BHD 64
Annual Flight
BHD 47
Gratuity (accrued)
BHD 80
Total Package
BHD 2,972/mo BHD 35,664/year

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

Monthly BHD 2,972
Base Salary
Housing Allowance
Transport
Medical Insurance
Annual Flight
Gratuity (accrued)

Career Salary Growth

Expected salary at different experience levels for Financial Controller in Manama

6.6K 5K 3.4K 1.8K 2.5K 0-2 yrs 2.7K 3-5 yrs 3.1K 6-9 yrs 3.5K 10-14 yrs 4.2K 15-19 yrs 5.1K 20-25 yrs 4.7K 25-30 yrs
Experience Low (P25) Median High (P75)
0-2 years BHD 2,115 BHD 2,453 BHD 2,751
3-5 years BHD 2,328 BHD 2,699 BHD 3,028
6-9 years BHD 2,652 BHD 3,075 BHD 3,450
10-14 years BHD 3,046 BHD 3,533 BHD 3,962
15-19 years BHD 3,628 BHD 4,207 BHD 4,719
20-25 years BHD 4,397 BHD 5,098 BHD 5,718
25-30 years BHD 4,021 BHD 4,663 BHD 5,230

Salary by Industry

How Financial Controller pays across industries in Manama

Executive & General Management
BHD 3,864
+30%
Banking & Financial Services
BHD 3,715
+25%
Oil, Gas & Energy
BHD 3,507
+18%
Legal & Compliance
BHD 3,329
+12%
Engineering & Technology
BHD 2,972
0%
Healthcare & Medical
BHD 2,823
-5%
Finance & Accounting
BHD 2,823
-5%
Construction & Real Estate
BHD 2,734
-8%
Sales & Marketing
BHD 2,675
-10%
Human Resources
BHD 2,615
-12%
Supply Chain & Logistics
BHD 2,615
-12%
Government & Public Sector
BHD 2,526
-15%
Media & Creative
BHD 2,526
-15%
Education & Training
BHD 2,378
-20%
Hospitality & Tourism
BHD 2,318
-22%

Monthly Savings Potential

With BHD 2,972/mo salary and estimated expenses of BHD 1,486/mo, you could save BHD 1,486/mo (BHD 17,832/yr).

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Frequently Asked Questions

The median salary for a Financial Controller in Manama is BHD 2,972 per month (BHD 35,664 per year). Salaries range from BHD 2,564 at the 25th percentile to BHD 3,335 at the 75th percentile, depending on experience, skills, and the employing organization.

A Financial Controller with approximately 7 years of experience in Manama can expect a median base salary of BHD 2,972/month. With a typical benefits package including housing (BHD 541), transport, medical insurance, and end-of-service gratuity, total monthly compensation reaches approximately BHD 2,972.

In Bahrain, Financial Controller positions typically include a comprehensive benefits package: housing allowance (28% 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.

Manama offers moderately competitive 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.

Manama is a growing market 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 Bahrain continues to grow with Vision 2030 and diversification initiatives driving new opportunities.

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