Treasurers and Controllers might sound like
shipmates who guard the loot on a ship at sea,
but in reality they are much more prudent.
Treasurers and controllers direct financial planning,
procurement, and investment strategies
that keep businesses not just running, but growing.
As a treasurer or controller, you are responsible
for managing your organization’s budget,
and for developing policies that promote
accurate financial documentation,
efficient cash and credit management,
and ethical investments.
You must be aware of federal and state rules,
and current accounting standards.
These jobs are all about documentation.
Financial statements, business activity reports,
financial position forecasts, and annual budgets
are just a few of the regular, critical methods of recording
financial activity that a treasurer must master.
Strong writing and math skills are needed
to communicate with the regulatory agencies
within and outside of your organization.
A job as a treasurer or controller demands
the specialization of a master’s degree or higher,
often in accounting or financial management.
Five years of experience in financial management
is a typical prerequisite.
Treasurers and controllers may not get to work
with chests full of gold and rubies,
but the organizations that rely on their careful planning
and direction are very thankful for the work they do.