Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 (occupation group), with detailed role definition from O*NET, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Long-term incentive is not shown for this role. Equity awards are only disclosed publicly for the named executive officers of public companies, so no market figure exists for most jobs. See executive pay disclosures.
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About this role
Treasurers and Controllers is a professional role within the function in the Management job family.
Typical entry preparation: Bachelor's Degree and up to 2 years of related work experience, per O*NET occupational data. Advancement typically requires additional years in role.
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.
Top skills:Reading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingManagement of Financial Resources
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Treasurers and Controllers pay by experience level
Entry level$97,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$130,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$172,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$227,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$334,500
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+14.8%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
74,600
projected openings per year
Growing faster than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Treasurers and Controllers salary by industry
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
136,850 workers
$167,000
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
122,870 workers
$206,500
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)
113,190 workers
$162,500
Management of Companies and Enterprises
94,170 workers
$209,000
Management of Companies and Enterprises
94,170 workers
$209,000
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
70,400 workers
$268,000
Accounting, Tax Preparation, Bookkeeping, and Payroll Services
59,650 workers
$201,000
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
56,810 workers
$204,000
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
51,230 workers
$148,000
Insurance Carriers
34,690 workers
$203,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Pay trend
National median annual wage, 2020 to 2025: $134,180 to $166,570.
+24.1% over this period
Medians as published each May in the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics national estimates. Nominal dollars, not adjusted for inflation. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS.
Pay by experience level
How annual pay for this occupation spreads from newcomers to the highest paid, aged to 2026.
Entry10th percentile
$97,500
Early career25th percentile
$130,000
Median50th percentile
$172,500
Experienced75th percentile
$227,500
Top earners90th percentile
$334,500
Bands are the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile annual wages for this occupation nationally. Percentiles reflect the full mix of tenure, employer, and location, so they approximate but do not equal years of experience. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS national estimates.
Where this job pays most
Top-paying states for this occupation, average annual wage aged to 2026.
State averages for this occupation from the BLS OEWS state estimates. Cost of living differs by state; a higher wage does not always mean more buying power.
The abilities employers and analysts most associate with this occupation.
Reading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingManagement of Financial Resources
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, O*NET occupational database.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
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.
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional, Administrative, or Executive exemption
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Exempt when paid above the salary threshold, provided they satisfy the duties test for one of the FLSA exemption categories. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
Pay outlook
Five-year pay outlook for this title
2026$193,500
2027$200,500
2028$207,500
2029$214,500
2030$222,000
2031$230,000
Projection assumes market wages keep rising about 3.5% a year, consistent with recent wage growth measured by the BLS Employment Cost Index. It reflects market movement for the title, not individual raises or promotions, which vary.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Treasurers and Controllers make?
The median market pay for a Treasurers and Controllers in the United States is about $193,500 per year in 2026, based on WePayFairly's market model.
What is the salary range for a Treasurers and Controllers?
Most Treasurers and Controllers pay falls between about $130,000 (25th percentile) and $227,500 (75th percentile), with top earners above $334,500.
What does a Treasurers and Controllers do?
Core responsibilities include: evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations; and delegate authority for the receipt, disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.
Is pay for Treasurers and Controllers roles growing?
Yes. The national median wage for this occupation moved from $134,180 in 2020 to $166,570 in 2025, a change of +24.1% in nominal dollars.
How this role compares
Treasurers and Controllers pays 34% above the average across 58 roles in the Management job family (family average $144,000).
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Treasurers and Controllers make?
The average base salary for a Treasurers and Controllers in the United States is $193,500 per year, or about $93.03 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $130,000 and $227,500 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Management roles?
The Management job family averages $144,000 across 58 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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