Treasurers and Controllers
Did You Know:
- Job seekers are likely to face competition.
- About three out of 10 work in finance and insurance industries.
- Most financial managers need a bachelor's degree, and many have a master's degree or professional certification.
- Experience may be more important than formal education for some financial manager positions – most notably, branch managers in banks. .
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Prepare and file annual tax returns or prepare financial information so that outside accountants can complete tax returns.
- Prepare or direct preparation of financial statements, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, or reports required by regulatory agencies.
- Supervise employees performing financial reporting, accounting, billing, collections, payroll, and budgeting duties.
Overall Kind of Work
Almost every firm, government agency and other type of organization employs one or more financial managers. Financial managers oversee the preparation of financial reports, direct investment activ...
Work Environment
Military
Finance and accounting managers work primarily in offices.
Status
What is the difference between enlisted and officer?
Enlisted:Enlisted members enter the Military with a high school diploma (in some cases a GED), at a minimum. They are employed in almost every type of military career, often in hands-on roles.
Officers: Officers either enter the Military with a four-year college degree or greater or served previously as enlisted members, and are generally employed in management roles or highly specialized fields that require intensive training.
Officer
Enlisted
Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
1,495 Treasurers and Controllers in the military
Service Branches
Finance and Accounting Managers work in the following services:
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