CFO Jobs in Columbia, MD

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

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Develop, manage, and revise budgets for agency-wide operations and individual programs, including financial planning for new or expanded services....

Line of Business CFO

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 2 days ago

planning and analysis, accounting, strategic planning with financial services industry General Supervisory/Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to identify existing and potential problems...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Fort McNair, DC (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort McNair, DC (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Provides strategic planning and resource allocation, financial management and accounting advice to the President, COS, and senior staff regarding academic and business support programs. Serves as...

VP, BU CFO - Technology and Operations

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

This leader will oversee a team of approximately 20 Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) professionals. ** Key responsibilities: ** * * Financial Strategy and Planning: * Develop and implement financial...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Fort McNair, DC (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort McNair, DC (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

National Defense University (NDU) supports the joint warfighter by providing rigorous Joint Professional Military Education to members of the U.S. Armed Forces and select others in order to...

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Maintains the Agency Five Year Financial Plan....

Senior Vice President, Finance

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago

**Education and Experience:** + Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance required; MBA preferred. + Certified Public Accountant status highly desired. + At least ten years of experience in the financial...

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

  • Landover, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Landover, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Lead financial planning and analysis to inform strategic decisions and ministry expansion. Oversee the annual external audit and ensure timely completion of the annual Form 990....

Chief Financial Officer - First Panamericano Hospital

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago

Through account analysis, variance analysis, journal entries, and internal controls, prepares detailed financial statements to accurately reflect the monthly operating results....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 13 days ago

The CFO fosters, promotes, and develops leadership behaviors and performance that creates a collaborative, accountable culture where commitments to customers of the CFO and their reports are consistently...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 17 days ago

Position Summary The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for all aspects of the financial operations for the agency....

Special Assistant to the CFO, Hybrid

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 19 days ago

The Special Assistant to the CFO will serve as the right hand to Aledades CFO on all operational elements of the Finance Team, especially focused on maximizing time effectiveness and team development...

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 days ago

The CFO is a key executive who supports the MDTA's tolling program and preservation of revenue....

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 days ago

Additional Leadership Duties Support the ADEA Senior CFO in financial planning, investment oversight, and risk management initiatives....

CFO Services - Director - Corporate Performance Improvement

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 23 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 23 days ago

and results to meet today's CFOs' evolving needs....

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for CFO Jobs in Columbia, MD

This is the average annual salary for CFO jobs in Columbia, MD as reported by the BLS.

$276,230


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Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD
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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