CFO Jobs in Massachusetts

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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 3 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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Assistant Superintendent of Business and Finance/Chief Financial Officer

  • Somerset Berkley Regional and Somerset Public Schools
  • Somerset, MA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Somerset, MA
  • 5 hours ago

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or Assistant Superintendent of Business and Finance (depending on qualifications and licensure) will join an administrative team prioritizing collaboration, innovation...

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Associate Dean of Finance and Chief Financial Officer

  • Harvard University
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, 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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EVP/Chief Financial Officer

  • JSpire Recruiting
  • Gardner, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Gardner, MA
  • 2 days ago

The EVP/CFO will provide expertise and guidance across all facets of financial planning and analysis, compliance, financial and accounting reporting, treasury and liquidity management, thereby creating...

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Chief Financial Officer

  • The Hatch Group, Inc.
  • Plainville, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Plainville, MA
  • 2 days ago

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications: 8+ years of progressive financial leadership at the CFO, VP Finance, or senior Controller level....

Hybrid

Senior Director of Finance

  • Onto Innovation
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Wilmington, MA
  • 4 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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Head of Finance - Remote, Growth-Stage Leader

  • AnswersNow
  • Richmond, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, MA
  • 4 days ago

modeling, unit economics, and capital strategy Proven experience building and scaling finance functions, systems, and teams Strong understanding of complex business models; healthcare or payer experience...

Remote

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

  • FTI Consulting, Inc.
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, 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
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, 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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Chief Financial Officer

  • R.H. White Construction Co., Inc.
  • Auburn, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Auburn, MA
  • 6 days ago

Hiring Requirements: Master of Business Administration (MBA), or bachelors degree in accounting and equivalent experience in construction industry, and CPA certification is desired....

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Chief Financial Officer

  • Jacob's Pillow
  • Becket, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Becket, MA
  • 6 days ago

Drive the development of meaningful business intelligence, including multi-year financial models, scenario analyses, and other actionable insights....

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Head of Finance and Operations

  • Bloomberg Ocean Fund
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, 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....

Remote

Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration/Chief Financial Officer

  • Regis College
  • Weston, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Weston, MA
  • 12 days ago

(SVP/CFO)....

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Vice President of Finance Support Services

  • Baystate Health
  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 12 days ago

planning Ideal Leadership Qualities Strategic thinker with strong operational instincts Collaborative leader who builds strong partnerships across departments Innovative problem solver focused on continuous...

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Salary for CFO Jobs in Massachusetts

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

$298,393


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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