CFO Jobs in San Jose, CA

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

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Backed with strong financial investment ($100m) this, they are looking for a strategic CFO to steer financial operations, ensure fiscal integrity, and support their next phase of growth....

Display Finance Deputy CFO

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The Display Finance team in all locations will report to this position, and the leader in this role will report to the Segment CFO covering CSD and DFT....

SVP, Senior Credit Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 11 days ago

Avidbank is a $2.5 billion commercial bank based in Silicon Valley serving the San Francisco Bay area and beyond. We are a highly responsive business bank, providing tailored financial solutions....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We're scaling a profitable VC-backed company, and looking for a CFO to run our business and lead M&A and inorganic growth. If you fit, Let's talk...

Assistant Chief Financial Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 13 days ago

is a critical financial leadership pipeline role that serves as a direct tributary into the hospital Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role....

Job Description Job Description Management Consulting professionals design and implement process and change interventions that integrate strategy, technology and people to enable process...

Senior Vice President of Finance

  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (5 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 17 days ago

This includes Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Accounting, and broader financial functions such as procurement....

Vice President of Finance and Administration

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Manage revenue recognition General Ledger Accounting - full P&L and compliance Financial Planning and Analysis - Forecast including conversion of bookings forecast to revenue forecast, expense budgeting...

Chief Financial Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 21 days ago

planning and analysis (FP&A) function; implementing/managing initiatives to optimize cash flow and working capital, including forecasting and liquidity planning; as a change leader/manager advancing...

Associate Vice President, Finance & Administration and Managing Director of Stanford Redwood City Campus

  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Work with the CFOs office on debt issuance, debt compliance, and annual attestations as requested....

Head of Finance

  • San Jose, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 60+ days ago

You will also drive performance review processes like Long Term Financial Plan, Budgets, rolling forecasts and R&D Program/Product business case reviews. ....

Principal, Office of CFO

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Intuit is hiring a Principal to join the Office of CFO....

Chief Financial Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 90+ days ago

The CFO directly oversees and supervises the financial/accounting staff and other departments as directed by the CEO....

Project Leader or Associate Director, CFO Excellence

  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (10 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Excellence (CFOx) is where innovation meets impact, serving as BCG's global hub for expertise in the CFO domain....

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Salary for CFO Jobs in San Jose, CA

This is the average annual salary for CFO jobs in San Jose, CA as reported by the BLS.

$467,066


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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
49.8%
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 in San Jose, CA
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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