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2026-2027 MedTech Compensation Guide

Finance

Finance teams connect MedTech investment priorities with operating needs. Effective planning aligns revenue assumptions, development spending, working capital, and cash requirements.

For 2026-2027 planning, define the capabilities your business needs: forecasting, scenario analysis, cost visibility, financing support, or transaction readiness. Benchmark talent against company stage, operational complexity, and decision-making responsibility.

Controller

Controller

$185k
Average total compensation
$165k
Average base salary
Base salary range
$125k to $250k
Total compensation range
$155k to $295k

The definition

This role is typically responsible for the oversight of many critical finance and accounting processes in an organization, from financial reporting and budgeting to risk management and compliance. Controllers help ensure a company's financial statements are accurate, in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and reflective of business performance.

AP and AR Manager

AP Manager

$148k
Average total compensation
$140k
Average base salary
Base salary range
$120k to $200k
Total compensation range
$125k to $215k

AR Manager

$148k
Average total compensation
$140k
Average base salary
Base salary range
$120k to $200k
Total compensation range
$125k to $215k

The market

Benchmark AP and AR leadership against transaction volume, entity structure, international exposure, and process complexity. For 2026-2027 planning, assess controls, payment or collection performance, automation, and working-capital management. Distinguish team supervision from broader transformation responsibilities.

VP of Corporate Development and VP of Finance

VP of Corporate Development

$370k
Average total compensation
$250k
Average base salary
Base salary range
$165k to $350k
Total compensation range
$180k to $600k

VP of Finance

$275k
Average total compensation
$200k
Average base salary
Base salary range
$160k to $275k
Total compensation range
$190k to $385k

Did you know?

Corporate development and finance leaders evaluate growth opportunities alongside capital requirements and execution risk. Relevant capabilities may include valuation, diligence, integration planning, and portfolio analysis. Compensation should reflect transaction responsibility and the company's growth strategy.

Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial Officer

$535k
Average total compensation
$325k
Average base salary
Base salary range
$220k to $475k
Total compensation range
$260k to $850k

The definition

A CFO in a MedTech organization is responsible for many financial and strategic tasks, including cost effectiveness, financial risk management and financial planning. Forecasting, technology integrations and strategic planning are also key areas this individual will typically be relied on for.

Did you know?

A MedTech CFO's priorities depend on company stage and business model. Responsibilities may include cash runway, financing, commercialization economics, working capital, and transaction readiness. Benchmark the role against the scale and complexity of financial leadership required.

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