CFO Jobs in Kearny, NJ

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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Senior Director, Finance, Business Development

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Financial Analysis and Modeling : Lead and review the creation, execution, and analysis of complex financial models, forecasts, and evaluations to determine the financial viability and returns of corporate...

CFO/Fd

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

The balance sheet behind this exciting venture is very exciting and for the right technical and commercially minded CFO it will really be an exciting oppotunity....

Executive Director, Finance

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

The team of 30 handles revenue from various sources, manages cash and credit transactions, and supports financial modeling and projections....

Senior Director of Finance

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Senior Director of Finance Position Location: Candidates are welcome to apply from across the U.S. Those that are near a Popular Democracy office in DC or Brooklyn may be asked to work from a...

Intern, CFO Advisory (Summer 2026)

  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (14 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Intern, CFO Advisory (Summer 2026) Recruiter Wiss and Company LLP Location Florham Park, New Jersey, United States Salary Competitive salary Posted 05 Jun 2025 Closes 05 Jul 2025 Ref ......

Consulting Manager - Strategic CFO Advisory Service- Finance & Business Transformation

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Consulting Staff - Strategic CFO Advisory Service- Finance & Business Transformation

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Consulting Senior - CFO Advisory Services- Finance & Business Transformation

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Business Financial Control Product Associate- Commodities, CFO Group

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR) and Recovery and Resolutions Plans (RRP), to assess risk modeling practices within the bank Responsibilities: Supports with preparing and analyzing balance sheets...

Financial Executive Assistant

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Financial Executive Assistant Location: NYC Duration: 12+ months Rate: $25.00 - $30.00/hr. RESPONSIBILITIES: Heavy calendar management for high-level executives. Schedule all meetings and...

Chief Financial Officer, Mountainside Medical Center

  • Upr Montclair, NJ (7 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Upr Montclair, NJ (7 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Ensure the accurate review of product line analysis, and consult with the facility CEO and Division CFO....

CFO Valuation Specialist - Global Markets and International Finance

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and...

Chief Financial Officer

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

What You'll Do: Drive strategic financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and modeling to support growth and scalability....

Director of Finance/Chief Financial Officer

  • Upr Montclair, NJ (7 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Upr Montclair, NJ (7 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The CFO is also the Township's Director of Finance and oversees various Township programs and has responsibility of managing a team of employees that perform financial related functions....

Chief Financial Officer

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Kearny, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

The CFO will play a critical part in driving organizational success by managing budgets, optimizing resources, and aligning business objectives across all departments....

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Salary for CFO Jobs in Kearny, NJ

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

$382,380


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Highest Education Level

CFOs in Kearny, NJ 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 Kearny, NJ
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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