CFO Jobs in California

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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CFO - Chief Financial Officer

Strong track record in budgeting, variance analysis, and KPI-driven reporting. Strategic thinker with hands-on execution skills in a high-growth environment....

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Vice President for Administration and Finance and Chief Financial Officer

  • California State Polytechnic University Pomona
  • Pomona, CA
  • moments ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • moments ago

The VPAF/CFO oversees a broad and complex portfolio that includes financial planning and analysis, budgeting, accounting, procurement, facilities management, capital planning design and construction...

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Strategic Nonprofit CFO & Financial Leader

  • Turning Point of Central California, Inc.
  • Visalia, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Visalia, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Turning Point of Central California, Inc. is seeking a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to oversee the management of financial resources, collaborate with executive teams, and ensure compliance with financial...

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Strategic Finance & Operations Leader - Path to CFO

  • Jack & Jill
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The position includes ownership of financial modeling, board meeting preparation, and executive reviews....

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Chief Financial Officer

  • YMCA
  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carpinteria, CA
  • 1 day ago

The CFO is responsible for managing the financial actions of the association....

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Vice President, Finance Planning and Analysis

  • Vir Biotechnology, Inc.
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

THE OPPORTUNITY Vir Bio is seeking a Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis to lead enterprisewide financial planning and serve as a core member of the Company's strategic and operational leadership...

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Foundation Controller, Senior Director of Finance (CSUN employees only)

  • California State University
  • Northridge, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Northridge, CA
  • 2 days ago

Ability to perform complex financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical reporting....

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Interim Chief Financial Officer

  • GHJ
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 2 days ago

Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills. #GHJSS #LI-LM1...

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Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

The position is at the Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in the Financial Management Service. The position serves as the Assistant Chief of Financial Management...

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Deputy Chief Financial Officer (Temp NTE 120 days)

  • Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

The primary purpose of the position is to assist the CFO in everyday management responsibilities in close relationship with the Facility Director, staff and operating Officials from the various Services...

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Executive Director of Finance & Accounting

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • Visalia, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Visalia, CA
  • 4 days ago

planning and decision-making Qualifications for the Executive Director of Finance & Accounting: Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration Seven or more years of progressive...

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Senior Director of Finance

  • PathWater
  • Montebello, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Montebello, CA
  • 5 days ago

Financial Modeling: Lead management of sophisticated financial models (e.g., P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, unit economics, business unit) to support strategic initiatives and scenario planning....

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Head of Finance Systems & Data

  • Faire
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 days ago

You will work directly with the CFO and finance leadership team to: Architect and execute a public-company-ready finance systems roadmap Drive AI enablement and modernization across the finance org...

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Vice President, Finance

  • Goop, Inc.
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 5 days ago

FP&A & Business Intelligence Lead the FP&A function, establishing processes for robust forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting across all channels and cost centers....

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Salary for CFO Jobs in California

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

$266,368


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in California offer the following education background
Master's Degree
50.0%
Bachelor's Degree
40.7%
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 California
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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