Treasurers and Controllers
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
Median pay: $166,570/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +14.8% projected growth, 2024–2034 — much faster than average.
About 74,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
• Delegate authority for the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.
• Develop and maintain relationships with banking, insurance, and external accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.
• Monitor financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels, to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.
• Receive, record, and authorize requests for disbursements in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities, such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
• Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of all or part of an organization.
• Receive cash and checks and make deposits.
What's the median pay for Treasurers and Controllers?
The median pay for Treasurers and Controllers is $166,570 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Treasurers and Controllers?
Employment for Treasurers and Controllers is projected to change +14.8% from 2024 to 2034 - much faster than average.
What education is typically required for Treasurers and Controllers?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Treasurers and Controllers?
About 74,600 openings per year, on average, over the decade.