Treasurers and Controllers
Treasurers and Controllers oversee the financial activities of an organization and may hold the title of Chief Financial Officer.
In an organization, the Treasurers and Controllers are responsible for overseeing financial activities and investments. Possible job titles include Business Manager, Chief Financial Officer, Finance Vice President, and Chief Fiscal Officer.
Important skills for Treasurers and Controllers include writing, communication, speaking, monitoring, critical thinking, financial management, time management, and decision making. People who make good Treasurers and Controllers are usually good at reasoning, category flexibility, and problem sensitivity.
Daily tasks for Treasurers and Controllers include filing annual tax returns and financial statements, cultivating relationships with financial personnel, stay current on the organization’s policies and procedures, and keep track of financial activities to make sure legal requirements are adhered to.
The work environment for a Treasurer or Controller involves working indoors at a desk and interacting with others in the organization. They communicate via email, telephone, letters, and in person. Because their decisions impact the organization, an attention to detail and accuracy is critical.
To start a career as a Treasurer or Controller, you need a graduate school education which make include a master’s degree or a Ph.D, as well as extensive related experience. People who make good Treasurers and Controllers are also usually good at math, administration, management, accounting, economics, human resources, law, and education.
Treasurers and Controllers make approximately $47.76/hour and $99,330 annually. With 138,200 projected job openings in the next decade, this career is projected for average growth.