CFO Jobs in Tennessee

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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Assistant Vice President, Finance Operations

  • Lifepoint Behavioral Health
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Your experience matters At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our...

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Growth CFO - Pharma Services Equity & Bonus

  • Truenorth Executive Search, Inc.
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Truenorth Executive Search, Inc. is seeking a Chief Financial Officer for a leading pharmaceutical services business in Nashville, Tennessee. The ideal candidate will contribute strategically to...

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Chief Financial Officer, Business Operations

  • Surgery Partners
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 1 day ago

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Lead enterprise FP&A, including budgeting, rolling forecasts, long-range planning, and scenario modeling....

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PRN Facility CFO- Behavioral Health

  • Mountain Laurel Recovery Center
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

the US that need CFO support....

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Chief Financial Officer

  • Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group
  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 12 days ago

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

  • Goodwin Recruiting
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Day-to-Day Responsibilities Lead long-term financial planning, annual budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling....

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Managing Director, Office of the CFO

  • Portage Point Partners
  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago

The Managing Director, Office of the CFO role at Portage Point represents a unique opportunity to assume a wide range of responsibilities and make a significant impact....

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PEPI: Senior Associate, CFO Services (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS) Nashville, TN, USA

  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Nashville, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 20 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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CFO

  • Vaco LLC
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 21 days ago

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: U.S....

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Contract Healthcare Assistant CFO

  • Vaco LLC
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 21 days ago

Assistant CFO Healthcare Contract We are seeking an experienced Assistant CFO to support a healthcare facility during a leadership transition....

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Market Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO)

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 23 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Accounting or Finance and the knowledge of generally accepted accounting principals, and verbal, interpersonal and quantitative skills normally acquired through completion...

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Chief Financial Officer- Nashville

  • The Jewish Federations of North America, Inc.
  • Nashville, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 28 days ago

Impact of the Role The CFO ensures the financial strength, operational integrity, and long-term sustainability of the Jewish Federation of Greater Nashville....

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Chief Financial Officer

  • Ascent Advisors
  • Henry, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Henry, TN
  • 30+ days ago

The CFO will engage with all employees across the main campus to build positive energy, collaborate on ideas, and implement improvements....

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Senior Director Finance and Investment Banking Career Pathways

  • Vanderbilt University
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

The Senior Director, Finance & Investment Banking Pathways is part of the Career Advancement and Engagement (CAE) team at Vanderbilt University and serves as a senior leader responsible for...

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PEPI: Manager, CFO Services--Digital Finance (OPEN TO ALL US LOCATIONS)

  • Alvarez & Marsal
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Over 8 years of experience related to: Accounting / Finance, Financial Due Diligence, Restructuring, Investment Banking or Private Equity Complete proficiency in understanding financial models, data...

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Demographic Data for Tennessee

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


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Salary for CFO Jobs in Tennessee

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

$205,482


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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