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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Senior Director of Finance

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

A leading comprehensive engineering design and consulting firm, SSR provides innovative solutions for clients with facility and infrastructure challenges. To achieve client needs, SSR has multiple...

Senior Director, Finance Master Data Governance Lead

  • Franklin, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 1 day ago

Job Level: People Leadership-P3 Job Description: We are on the lookout for a dynamic and visionary Senior Director, Finance Master Data Governance Lead to spearhead our enterprise-wide financial...

Vice President of Finance and Administration/CFO

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · Provide strategic financial leadership and ensure long-term financial sustainability of the University. · Develop, implement, and monitor budgets, financial plans, and forecasts...

Vice President, Finance - Navista CFO

  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 9 days ago

Financial Planning & Analysis provides strategic partnership and objective guidance to business units....

CFO In Training - Bh

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 12 days ago

Through a comprehensive UHS CFO Academy training program including a combination of on-the-job training, classroom, and experiential learning modes, CFOT develop the solid business acumen, expertise...

Vice President Finance

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 12 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 12 days ago

Harvest CFO Executive Search www.harvestcfo.com is the premier executive recruiting partner for the financial leadership roles for private equity portfolio companies....

Vice President, Finance

  • Gallatin, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 15 days ago

financial plans....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 19 days ago

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Position Description / Responsibilities Responsibilities: Prepare and deliver tailored financial reporting packages that provide meaningful insights to executive leadership...

Specialized Corporate Senior Credit Officer - Financial Services Group (FSG)

  • Nashville, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 20 days ago

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Springfield, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, TN
  • 30+ days ago

What qualifications you will need: Bachelors degree Accounting, Finance, or related field required Masters degree preferred 4+ years of experience in a Hospital Controller, Asst....

Enterprise Architect - CFO Organization

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

KPMG is currently seeking an Enterprise Architect - CFO Organization to join our Digital Nexus technology organization. This is a hybrid work opportunity....

Chief Financial Officer (Bank/Financial Services only)

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

Chief Financial Officer (Bank/Financial Services only) Opportunity Description The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a leadership role for the Financial functions of the Bank....

Senior Associate Private Equity and Hedge Fund Accounting (CFO Services)

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

Senior Associate - Private Equity and Hedge Fund Accounting (CFO Services) Senior Associate - Private Equity and Hedge Fund Accounting (CFO Services) Job Description Liaise with the clients' external...

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Chief Financial Officer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

CFO is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the company, driving financial strategy, and ensuring the fiscal health and long-term sustainability of the organization....

Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Administration (CFO/VPA)

  • Sewanee, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sewanee, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Drives future and strategic financial planning and facilitates discussion on the impact of long-term financial matters....

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CFO Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Planning Tools for the Controller/CFO
This course outlines the planning tools that CFOs and Controllers can utilize. Students will learn the basics of the PESTLE and SWOT analysis. ACPEN is the largest CPE network in the United...
Four Roles of the Controller/CFO
This course provides an overview of the 4 major roles of the Controller/CFO. Students will learn how to be a more effective Controller/CFO through basic understanding of the Prospector, Casting...
Nailing Your First Quarter as CFO
In this course we look at getting started in a new CFO role. Whether this is your first appointment as CFO or perhaps you are transitioning to a new CFO role at another organization, we look at...

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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
49.8%
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 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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