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Job Activities

Learn about the most important job activities for Treasurers and Controllers. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each job activity.
Importance*More Info
1.Interacting With Computers96
2.Processing Information86
Getting Information86
4.Analyzing Data or Information82
5.Monitoring and Controlling Resources77
6.Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates75
7.Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships74
8.Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge72
Making Decisions and Solving Problems72
10.Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards71
* Importance out of 100

Score Key
  Importance for success in this profession
  Level of proficiency needed

Job Activity Scores

Interacting With Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
96
63
Enter employee information into a computer databaseWrite software for keeping track of parts in inventorySet up a new computer system for a large multinational company
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
86
73
Tabulate the costs of parcel deliveriesCalculate the adjustments for insurance claimsCompile data for a complex scientific report
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
86
71
Follow a standard blueprintReview a budgetStudy international tax laws
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
82
70
Determine the location of a lost orderDetermine the interest cost to finance a new buildingAnalyze the cost of medical care services for all hospitals in the country
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
77
75
Work as a housekeeper responsible for keeping track of linensWork as a chef responsible for ordering food for the menuServe as a financial executive in charge of a large company's budget
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
75
71
Write brief notes to othersReport the results of a sales meeting to a supervisorCreate a videotaped presentation of a company's internal policies
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
74
76
Exchange greetings with a coworkerMaintain good working relationships with almost all coworkers and clientsGain cooperation from a culturally diverse group of executives hostile to your company
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
72
76
Keep up with price changes in a small retail storeKeep current on changes in maintenance procedures for repairing sports carsLearn information related to a complex and rapidly changing technology
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
72
71
Determine the meal selection for a cafeteriaSelect the location for a major department storeMake the final decision about a company's 5-year plan
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
71
64
Review forms for completenessEvaluate a complicated insurance claim for compliance with policy termsMake a ruling in court on a complicated motion