Controller (General)
Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.
At a Glance
Controller (General) earns an average of $95,344/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.6–6.1 years. Top skills: Accounting, Financial Statements, Finance.
$95,344/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.6–6.1 years
36
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Treasurers and Controllers
Median Wage
$161,700/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+14.8%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (20)
Accounting
Financial Statements
Finance
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
General Ledger
Auditing
Month-End Closing
Financial Analysis
Internal Controls
Balance Sheet
Financial Data
Reconciliation
Process Improvement
Cost Accounting
Standard Cost Accounting
Cost Control
Billing
Common Skills (8)
Management
Budgeting
Forecasting
Communication
Operations
Leadership
Planning
Certifications (2)
Certified Public Accountant
Master Of Business Administration (MBA)
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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