Is Corporate Treasurer in shortage in Australia?

As of 2026-04-26, Jobs and Skills Australia rates Corporate Treasurer as "In shortage" on the national Skills Priority List. 33,100 Corporate Treasurer are currently employed across Australia.

How much do Corporate Treasurer earn in Australia?

Median full-time earnings for Corporate Treasurer are A$2,104 per week, or approximately A$109,408 per year. Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, refreshed 2026-04-26.

Which Australian visas am I eligible to apply for as a Corporate Treasurer?

Corporate Treasurer (ANZSCO 221212) is eligible for the following visa subclasses: 494. It appears on the ROL occupation list.

Does Corporate Treasurer require registration or licensing in Australia?

Registration or licensing may be required for Corporate Treasurer, but only for specific scopes of practice. Most general work in this occupation does not require licensing.

Where in Australia do most Corporate Treasurer work?

The top three Statistical Area Level 4 (SA4) regions for Corporate Treasurer employment are: Melbourne - Inner, Melbourne - West, Melbourne - South East. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics labour-force survey via Jobs and Skills Australia.

Is Corporate Treasurer on the MLTSSL or CSOL?

Corporate Treasurer (ANZSCO 221212) is currently listed on the ROL. List membership controls which permanent and provisional skilled visas the occupation is eligible for.

What qualifications do I need to work as a Corporate Treasurer in Australia?

The most common qualification held by working Corporate Treasurer is Bachelor degree (49% of the workforce). Specific skills assessment evidence requirements depend on the assessing authority.

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ANZSCO221212 OSCA 20242111321Skill LevelROLIn ShortageJSARegistration May Apply

Corporate
Treasurer

Q: Who assesses Corporate Treasurer skills for Australian migration?

Skills assessment for Corporate Treasurer (ANZSCO 221212) is conducted by CPA Australia Ltd, Institute of Public Accountants Ltd, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. You may apply through any one of these acceptable authorities.

Manages corporate funding, liquidity and financial risk associated with the profitable development and operation of an organisation. May be involved in acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures. Registration or licensing may be required.

Chapter I

The occupation

“AUDITORS, COMPANY SECRETARIES AND CORPORATE TREASURERS conduct audits of accounting systems, procedures and financial statements, manage corporate funding and financial risk, and administer and review corporate compliance activities.”
Unit Group 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers · ABS ANZSCO

Also known as· 1

Financial Risk Manager

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 221212.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. In the case of Corporate Treasurers and Company Secretaries, at least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

CPA Australia Ltd / Institute of Public Accountants Ltd / Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand· Skills Assessment (choose any)

Related occupations· 3

Company Secretary (221211) External Auditor (221213) Internal Auditor (221214)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

Eligible

DHA-recognised
visa pathways

Occupation lists

ROL

Classifications

2013

Assessed by

CPAA

Permanent Residence

Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency

494

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional)

Employer sponsored stream

ANZSCO 2013CPAA/IPA/CAANZ75%: 7 months·90%: 13 months

Skilled Regional (Provisional)

Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191

Not eligible

No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.

Temporary Work & Training

Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway

Not eligible

No temporary work & training pathway currently open.

Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)

This occupation is eligible under the following DAMA regions, which may offer concessions on age, English, and salary requirements.

Townsville North Queensland DAMA

Chapter III

State & territory nominations

Choose a state to view nomination criteria, place allocations, and recent invitation rounds.

New South Wales

Sydney

Visit migration portal

2023-24

4,150

2024-25

5,000

2025-26

3,600

SC 190Not currently available

Skilled Nominated Stream

2025–26 places2,100

Key requirements & pathways

›New South Wales 190 Visa NSW Regional areas 491 Visa Pathway 1 (Stream A) Pathway 2 (Stream B) Pathway 3

SC 491Not currently available

Regional (Provisional) Stream

2025–26 places1,500

Key requirements & pathways

›NSW Regional areas 491 Visa Pathway 1 (Stream A) Pathway 2 (Stream B) Pathway 3

Chapter IV

Expression of Interest (EOI Data)

A snapshot of how many people are competing for this occupation right now. Tap “View full EOI insights” for wait-time estimates, state-by-state difficulty, peer comparisons and cohort tracking.

Chapter V

Tasks & duties

Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. CPAA looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.

arranging, giving notice of and attending meetings of directors and shareholders
advising organisations' governing boards on matters concerning compliance with stock exchange listing rules, relevant legislation and corporation practice
supervising organisations' share capital by preparing documents and share issues, and handling share transfers
controlling treasury and treasury systems and establishing and reviewing risk management objectives and treasury policies
identifying, managing and reporting on financial risks
assisting with equity management, debt management, securities and taxation planning issues
collecting, analysing and interpreting information on the financial standing, cost structures and trading effectiveness of organisations
devising, re-organising and establishing budgetary cost control and other accounting systems such as computer-based systems
conducting audits and investigations and preparing financial statements and reports for management, shareholders, and governing and statutory bodies
evaluating the cost effectiveness and risks of operational processes, activities, policies and systems
reporting to management on the existence and effectiveness of the system of internal controls
establishing audit objectives, and designing and implementing audit methodologies, processes and audit report criteria

Chapter VI

Skills assessment

This occupation accepts 3 assessing bodies. Choose the one that fits your qualification pathway — fees and processing times differ.

You picked CPA Australia Ltd. The "Your journey" card on the right has updated with this body's fees & processing window.

CPA

Assessing Authority

CPA Australia Ltd

Visit CPA Australia Ltdcpaaustralia.com.au

Lodge application

Online Application

Assessment fees

AUD 545 Onshore, AUD 495 Offshore, AUD 540 for applicants in Singapore

Processing

60 business days

Outcome letter

Valid for 3 years for DHA lodgement

Step-by-step guide Document checklist Fees breakdown

Chapter VII

Labour market

A quick read on workforce size, pay and demand.

Jobs and Skills Australia

Workforce, pay and demand at a glance

Full insights

Workforce

33,100

employed nationally

Growth

+2.5%

benchmark +1.5%

Median pay

$2,104

per week

Shortage

In shortage

Skills Priority List

ANZSCO 221212Median age 4050% female workforceTop qualification: Bachelor degree (49%)Refreshed 2026-04-26

Your route to PR

Six steps from this page to a granted visa

Personalised for Corporate Treasurer (ANZSCO 221212). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.

Total timelineUp to 24 months

START

VERIFY

ASSESS

ENGLISH

EOI

INVITE

LODGE

ANZSCO code & lists

On ROL · Skill Level 1

Skills assessment (3 authorities)

3 authorities

Open tool

Test & maximise points

Target ≥85 pts · English up to 20 pts

Open tool

Submit Expression of Interest

Submit through SkillSelect

Open tool

Await invitation / nomination

8 states: NSW, VIC, QLD, SA…

Open tool

Lodge visa & await grant

60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing

Not sure which pathway fits you? Book a free 30-minute consultation with an OMARA-registered agent.

OMARA registeredFree 30-minute call98% case success · 2018–2026

Run Eligibility Check Book Consultation

ANZSCO221212 OSCA 20242111321Skill LevelROLIn ShortageJSARegistration May Apply

Corporate
Treasurer

Chapter I

The occupation

“AUDITORS, COMPANY SECRETARIES AND CORPORATE TREASURERS conduct audits of accounting systems, procedures and financial statements, manage corporate funding and financial risk, and administer and review corporate compliance activities.”
Unit Group 2212 Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers · ABS ANZSCO

Also known as· 1

Financial Risk Manager

Specialisations

None listed under ANZSCO 221212.

Entry route to Skills and Qualification Requirements

CPA Australia Ltd / Institute of Public Accountants Ltd / Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand· Skills Assessment (choose any)

Related occupations· 3

Company Secretary (221211) External Auditor (221213) Internal Auditor (221214)

Chapter II

Your visa pathways

Eligible

DHA-recognised
visa pathways

Occupation lists

ROL

Classifications

2013

Assessed by

CPAA

Permanent Residence

Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency

494

Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (provisional)

Employer sponsored stream

ANZSCO 2013CPAA/IPA/CAANZ75%: 7 months·90%: 13 months

Skilled Regional (Provisional)

Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191

Not eligible

No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.

Temporary Work & Training

Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway

Not eligible

No temporary work & training pathway currently open.

Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)

This occupation is eligible under the following DAMA regions, which may offer concessions on age, English, and salary requirements.

Townsville North Queensland DAMA

Chapter III