CFO Jobs in Illinois

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.

1-15 of 55 Jobs

Chief Financial Officer

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

The CFO reports to the Executive Director and is a member of the senior management team....

Deputy Chief Financial Officer / Deputy Comptroller

  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Scott Air Force Base, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Ensures CFO compliance to include publishing auditable financial stements....

Managing Director, Office of the CFO - Accounting Advisory

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Practice Overview Ankura Office of the CFO (Ankura OCFO) was established to support the strategic vision and evolving challenges and demands of the finance organization....

Vice President, Finance

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL
  • 3 days ago

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution. QXO is a publicly traded company founded by...

Senior Director, FP&A / Modeling & Analytics - Office of the CFO

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Planning & Analysis: Establish business partnership through strategic long-range planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling all enabled by technology + Reporting: Design management reporting...

Vice President of Finance

  • Wheaton, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL
  • 3 days ago

models preferred Essential Traits Spiritual Maturity - You strive to represent Christ in all you do, aiming to give God the glory for every success and relying on Him to overcome challenges....

Remote Work

Office Manager VP/CFO (On Site)

  • Urbana, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Urbana, IL
  • 4 days ago

Assists Assistant to the VP/CFO with preparation of travel expense reports for the VP/CFO Office....

Senior Director of Finance - Healthcare Sector

  • Springfield, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 4 days ago

Senior Director of Finance - Healthcare Sector Job ID 226711 Posted 30-Jun-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Accounting/Finance Location(s) Remote - US - Remote -...

Global CFO - Grid Automation

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

at GE Vernova in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Summary The Grid Automation CFO position will report into the CFO of Electrification Systems and functionally to the...

Remote Work

Head of Finance Technology

  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 days ago

Head of Finance Technology MassMutual Springfield, United States Posted 20 hours ago Permanent Competitive Head of Finance Technology MassMutual Springfield, United States Head of Finance...

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Burr Ridge, IL
  • 11 days ago

We are currently looking for a Full-Time Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with 5-10 years experience in Senior Living/or Healthcare industry preferred. Construction & NetSuite experience a plus....

The position will support the development and growth of the Strategic CFO Advisory service offering through strategic initiatives and mentorship....

Remote Work

About our CFO Advisory Services Group: Companies face unique challenges as they strive to meet the demands of stakeholders and regulators, manage risk, and meet performance goals in an ever-evolving...

Remote Work

About our CFO Advisory Services Group: Companies face unique challenges as they strive to meet the demands of stakeholders and regulators, manage risk, and meet performance goals in an ever-evolving...

Remote Work

CFO, Wholesale & Specialty Division

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago

Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting to executive leadership Risk Management: Identify and manage financial...

Demographic Data for Illinois

Moving to Illinois? Find some basic demographic data about Illinois below.


Local
National
12,812,477
319,486

CFO Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireFinance curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Nailing Your First Quarter as CFO
In this course we look at getting started in a new CFO role. Whether this is your first appointment as CFO or perhaps you are transitioning to a new CFO role at another organization, we look at...
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...
CFO and Senior Finance Ethics
Ethics refers to well-founded standards of right and wrong that prescribe what humans ought to do, usually in terms of rights, obligations, benefits to society, fairness, or specific virtues.It is...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job title


Salary for CFO Jobs in Illinois

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

$290,324


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in Illinois 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 in Illinois
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



CFO Related Career Advice Articles

close up of a financial chart with finance professionals meeting in the background
5 Types of Finance Jobs: Which Is the Best Fit?

Wondering if a finance job is right for you? Check out our guide to finance careers and learn more about working in finance.

Read article »