CFO Jobs in Wakefield, MA

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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Head of Finance & Operations

  • South End Village Academy
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 4 hours ago

plan Ensure strong financial controls, reporting, and compliance in alignment with 501(c)(3) best practices Maintain visibility into key drivers: enrollment, tuition, philanthropy Run a lean organization...

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Associate Dean of Finance and Chief Financial Officer

  • Harvard University
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Associate Dean for Finance/CFO serves as a principal advisor on strategic planning, long-range financial planning, fundraising, and risk management, and represents the Institute on University-wide...

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Senior Director of Finance

  • Onto Innovation
  • Wilmington, MA (7 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA (7 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Director of Finance Onto Innovation - 3.4 Wilmington, MA Job Details Full-time $176,000 - $264,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Disability insurance Health...

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Senior Director, Finance Technology & Data Enablement Office of the CFO Corporate Finance

  • FTI Consulting, Inc.
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Do As a Senior Director of Finance Technology & Data Enablement within FTI's Office of the CFO ("OCFO") Solutions practice you'll collaborate closely with our CFO clients....

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Vice President, Finance Asset Management

  • Fidelity
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 5 days ago

You will lead a team of four which will be called upon for advanced levels of financial modeling at times....

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Head of Finance

  • Volta Labs
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Within 3 months you'll Develop a deep understanding of Volta's business model, commercialization plans, manufacturing operations, and financial drivers....

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Head of Finance and Operations

  • Bloomberg Ocean Fund
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Oversee financial forecasting, analysis, and modeling led by the Finance Manager to support strategic decision-making and long-term financial planning....

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Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer

  • Regis College
  • Weston, MA (15 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Weston, MA (15 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 12 days ago

(SVP/CFO)....

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Finance: Chief Financial Officer

  • Nanobiosym, Inc.
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Position Summary: The CFO will be a key member of the executive leadership team, overseeing all financial operations, investor relations, capital raising, and corporate strategy....

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Senior Director, Finance Transformation

  • Bruker Nano Inc
  • Billerica, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Billerica, MA (10 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 13 days ago

Drive the Finance Strategy and Transformation program in coordination with the Senior Vice President of Finance and the CFO leadership team, translating strategy into seamless execution....

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Head of Finance / Robotics Startup / Onsite in Woburn, MA

  • Woburn, MA (4 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (4 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 14 days ago

models or hardware commercialization Experience managing ambiguity and rapid change Financial modeling and forecasting expertise for growth-stage companies Collaborative skills for working with engineering...

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Head of Finance

  • Woburn, MA (4 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Woburn, MA (4 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 15 days ago

skills What You Will Be Doing Tech Breakdown 40% Financial Planning & Analysis 30% Controllership & Accounting Operations 15% Treasury, Audit & Compliance 15% Executive & Board Partnership Daily Responsibilities...

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PEPI: Senior Associate, CFO Services (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS) Boston, MA, USA

  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 21 days ago

Promote a team environment where diverse ideas and opinions are encouraged Share knowledge and experience, provide coaching to teammates Financial Acumen Ability to build various financial models and...

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PEPI: Manager, CFO Services -- Financial Reporting Advisory (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS)

  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 24 days ago

Description PEPI - CFO Services - Manager (Financial Reporting Advisory) OVERVIEW: A&M CFO Services work with private equity held portfolio companies and provide our clients with solutions to preserve...

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Vice President for Finance and Administration

  • Benjamin Franklin Institute of Technology
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Boston, MA (9 miles from Wakefield, MA)
  • 27 days ago

Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (FC Tech) invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Finance and Administration (VPFA). Located in Boston, FC Tech is a...

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Salary for CFO Jobs in Wakefield, MA

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

$314,033


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Highest Education Level

CFOs in Wakefield, MA 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 Wakefield, MA
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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