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11-3031.01 - Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

Key Facts

Bright Outlook

Career Details

Green Job

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Current Employment

555,900

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Forecasted Employment

593,500

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Change in Employment

+37,700

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Change in Employment %

+6.8%

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Tasks

The tasks listed below can be performed to prepare you for a career in this field.

Core

Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
Delegate authority for the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.
Maintain current knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and current accounting standards.
Conduct or coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and statutes.
Receive, record, and authorize requests for disbursements in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Monitor and evaluate the performance of accounting and other financial staff, recommending and implementing personnel actions, such as promotions and dismissals.
Develop and maintain relationships with banking, insurance, and external accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.
Coordinate and direct the financial planning, budgeting, procurement, or investment activities of all or part of an organization.
Develop internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for activities, such as budget administration, cash and credit management, and accounting.
Analyze the financial details of past, present, and expected operations to identify development opportunities and areas where improvement is needed.
Advise management on short-term and long-term financial objectives, policies, and actions.
Provide direction and assistance to other organizational units regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures and efficient control and utilization of financial resources.
Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
Lead staff training and development in budgeting and financial management areas.
Receive cash and checks and make deposits.
Monitor financial activities and details, such as cash flow and reserve levels, to ensure that all legal and regulatory requirements are met.

Supplemental

Prepare and file annual tax returns or prepare financial information so that outside accountants can complete tax returns.
Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, and budgeting duties.
Compute, withhold, and account for all payroll deductions.
Perform tax planning work.
Determine depreciation rates to apply to capitalized items and advise management on actions regarding the purchase, lease, or disposal of such items.
Handle all aspects of employee insurance, benefits, and casualty programs, including monitoring changes in health insurance regulations and creating budgets for benefits and worker's compensation.

All data sourced from US Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration O*Net Database.

Knowledge

The items listed below are organized into sections that contain knowledge useful for pursuing a career in this field. Each section also contains a "Percentage of Importance" statistic that shows how relevant an item is to the occupation.

Economics and Accounting

English Language

Administration and Management

Mathematics

Personnel and Human Resources

Customer and Personal Service

Law and Government

Computers and Electronics

Education and Training

All data sourced from US Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration O*Net Database.

Tools

The tools listed below include machines, equipment, tools, and software that is useful for individuals who are interested in this career.

Calculating machines and accessories

Computers

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Technology

The technologies listed below include machines, equipment, tools, and software that is useful for individuals who are interested in this career.

Finance accounting and enterprise resource planning ERP software

Business function specific software

Data management and query software

Content authoring and editing software

Development software

Information exchange software

All data sourced from US Department of Labor, Employment & Training Administration O*Net Database.

Certifications

The certifications listed below are useful to pursue if you are interested in a career in this field.

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Licensing

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Related Programs

Online Programs related to this career, offered by participating institution(s), are listed below.

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Brightpoint Community College

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Germanna Community College

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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College

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Associate of Applied Science in Accounting

Associate of Applied Science

The rapid expansion of business and industry in Virginia has created a large, steady demand for qualified personnel to assist in the preparation and interpretation of accounting and financial information. The AAS degree in Accounting is designed for persons who are seeking their first full-time employment in the accounting field immediately upon completion of the curriculum. In addition, the program is designed for persons presently employed in accounting who desire to increase their knowledge and update their skills.

Associate of Science in Business Administration

Associate of Science

With the rapid development of business and industry in Virginia, there is a great demand for qualified personnel in business administration to provide leadership for this economic growth. The Associate of Science degree with a major in Business Administration is designed for persons who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree in business administration.

Associate of Applied Science in Management - Small Business Management Specialization

Associate of Applied Science

The Management degree program is designed to serve the needs of individuals presently employed in businesses and those who are interested in ownership or management of businesses. Additionally, the program is designed for those who may be seeking a promotion and have the potential for supervisory and management positions. Students will gain a solid foundation in key business areas and management. Students will develop critical thinking skills and practices to address business issues and skills in strategic management.

Laurel Ridge Community College

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Mountain Gateway Community College

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New River Community College

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Northern Virginia Community College

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Accounting, A.A.S.

Associate of Applied Science

The curriculum is designed for persons who seek employment in the accounting field or for those presently in accounting who wish to increase their knowledge and update their skills. Job opportunities include accounting trainee, accounting technician, junior accountant, and accountant.

This degree is excellent for those interested in the organization and reporting of financial data. Upon completion of the program, students can take an additional three courses for the Accounting Career Studies Certificate, and then are eligible to proceed to the CPA exam, if other education requirements are satisfied. Contact the Virginia Board of Accountancy for all education requirements.

Accounting: Accounting Information Security with Data Analytics, C.S.C.

Career Studies Certificate

Purpose: This program is designed to provide knowledge in accounting, information security, and analytics to working business professionals. This program enables students to bridge the gap between accounting and technology. This program helps prepare students for the highly in demand Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam and/or registered CPA's for the Certified Information Technology Professional (CITP) exam.

Business Administration, A.S.

Associate of Science

This curriculum is designed for individuals who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a baccalaureate degree program in business administration with a major in accounting, business management, decision science and management, information systems, finance, marketing, etc.

Business Management, A.A.S.

Associate of Applied Science

The curriculum is designed for individuals who seek employment in business management or for those presently in management who are seeking promotion. Job opportunities include administrative assistant, management trainee, department head, branch manager, office manager, manager of small business, and supervisor.

Paul D. Camp Community College

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Rappahannock Community College

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Southside Virginia Community College

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Tidewater Community College

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Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Associate of Applied Science

The Accounting programs prepare students for careers in the accounting field or assist students in updating their skills if they are working in the accounting field. Graduates may seek employment as a bookkeeper or as an accounting or auditing clerk.

Students with a baccalaureate degree who wish to pursue the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination may use specific course work toward fulfillment of accounting educational requirements. Some course work also meets federal government guidelines for those interested in qualifying for positions or promotions in the federal government. Students should consult an accounting instructor to determine the courses that meet the educational requirements.

The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree provides students with a strong foundation in accounting and business, along with general education requirements, enabling students to seek entry-level employment in accounting. In addition, the course work prepares students for certification exams.

The certificate programs provide course work that gives students the skills to sit for one or more certification exams administered by the Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation (ACAT).

Associate of Applied Science - Management

Associate of Applied Science

The programs in Management are designed for those interested in entering or advancing in business and industry as supervisor trainees, managers, department heads, or administrative assistants. The Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Management offers broad theoretical and practical perspectives that include accounting, marketing, business law, statistics, economics, and human resource management. Students may also choose a cooperative education option in which they earn academic credit while gaining work experience at local sites.

Students completing the A.A.S. in Management have opportunities to transfer to four-year universities to pursue B.S. degrees in Business Administration, Management, and related areas. See https://www.tcc.edu/programs/transfer/transfer-agreements/ for agreements.

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Associate of Science

The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree program in Business Administration is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year college or university to pursue a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in business administration. Typical majors include accounting, economics, information systems, international business, finance, management, marketing, and public administration.

Courses required for the Business Administration degree are available on all four campuses.

Virginia Peninsula Community College

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Virginia Western Community College

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Wytheville Community College

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