CFO Jobs

A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in the finance industry has the primary responsibility of managing the financial actions of a company. This includes tracking cash flow and financial planning, analyzing the company's financial strengths and weaknesses, and proposing corrective actions. A CFO also plays a critical role in shaping company strategies and supporting executive decision-making processes. They oversee all financial operations, direct the organization's financial goals, objectives, and budgets, and monitor the financial performance of the company.

Before becoming a CFO, a person may have served in roles like a Financial Controller, Director of Finance, or Chief Accounting Officer. Important skills for a CFO include strong analytical, strategic planning, and leadership skills. They should also have a deep understanding of corporate finance, risk management, and financial data analysis. A CFO should have strong communication skills, as they often need to explain complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders. Certifications like CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CMA (Certified Management Accountant), or an MBA in finance can be beneficial for a CFO role.

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Chief Financial Officer

MHMR of Tarrant County is seeking a disciplined financial leader to join our executive team as Chief Financial Officer (CFO)....

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planning and modeling Monitor departmental budgets and promote financial discipline across the organization Qualifications and Skills: Active CPA license required Minimum of 8 years in senior finance...

Executive Director, Finance-UCR Health University of California Riverside

  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Reviews costs and performs cost benefit analysis related to clinical projects and/or programs....

Associate Vice President of Finance Home Health and Hospice

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 hours ago

Review financial models to assist in determining the optimal mix of business and understanding the profitability of potential accounts....

Chief Financial Officer, Orange County Community Foundation

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 hours ago

The CFO works internally and externally to ensure the highest level of stewardship of the Foundation's assets....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Evansville, IN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 9 hours ago

This role will lead our finance and IT teams, drive financial planning and reporting, and act as a strategic advisor on business growth, risk management, and company performance....

CFO

  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 10 hours ago

Drive performance metrics, dashboards, and variance analysis to monitor company health and profitability....

Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer

  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 10 hours ago

In Austin, TX we are looking for an Executive Assistant to provide valuable administrative and operational support to our Chief Financial Officer (CFO)....

Regional CFO Senior Vice President

  • Tennessee, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Tennessee, IL
  • 10 hours ago

The Regional CFO is also responsible for formulating and overseeing the organization's financial planning, policies, and practices in collaboration with their market leadership teams....

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Chief Financial Officer

  • Waco, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Waco, TX
  • 11 hours ago

The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network is recruiting for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)....

Vice President, CFO

  • Dayton, OH
  • 11 hours ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 11 hours ago

Position Overview: The CFO will lead the Finance Department, fostering collaboration with other departments and proactively identifying opportunities and necessary changes....

Head of Finance

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Lead ongoing financial planning and analysis, providing actionable insights and scenario modeling to inform key decisions....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Oversee all aspects of the Associations finances, including accounting and tax filings, audits, risk management, and financial planning and analysis and ensure compliance with GAAP, IRS regulations,...

Senior Credit Officer

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 16 hours ago

Location: Harrisburg PA, or mutually agreed upon location in the Orrstown Bank footprint. Position Summary: A Credit Officer will make credit decisions for an assigned cohort of Relationship...

Chief Financial Officer - Operations - S Div

  • Irvine, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 17 hours ago

You will be the go-to expert in financial planning and analytics for regional and divisional inquiries....

CFO Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Essential Strategic CFO and Controller Skills
The advent of the CGMA certification for industry CPAs (Chartered Global Management Accountant) and the Ethics Codification Project for 2015 have increased the awareness of the critical skills...
Four Roles of the Controller/CFO
This course provides an overview of the 4 major roles of the Controller/CFO. Students will learn how to be a more effective Controller/CFO through basic understanding of the Prospector, Casting...
Planning Tools for the Controller/CFO
This course outlines the planning tools that CFOs and Controllers can utilize. Students will learn the basics of the PESTLE and SWOT analysis. ACPEN is the largest CPE network in the United...

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Salary for CFO Jobs Nationwide

This is the average annual salary for CFO jobs nationwide as reported by the BLS.

$241,896


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs offer the following education background
Master's Degree
49.9%
Bachelor's Degree
40.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.3%
High School or GED
1.7%
Associate's Degree
1.6%
Some College
0.2%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CFOs
10+ years
31.7%
6-8 years
28.2%
2-4 years
12.7%
8-10 years
12.6%
4-6 years
9.2%
1-2 years
5.5%


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