VP of Finance Jobs in Illinois

A Vice President (VP) of Finance is a key executive in the finance industry responsible for overseeing and managing all financial activities within a company or organization. This includes strategic planning, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and decision making. They also ensure the company's financial plans are aligned with organizational goals and are compliant with all necessary regulations. The VP of Finance often works closely with other executive leaders to shape the company's overall strategy and direction, while also improving financial performance, enhancing revenue, reducing costs, and driving growth.

In terms of skills, a VP of Finance should have strong leadership, communication, strategic thinking, and analytical skills. They should also be proficient in financial software and have an exceptional understanding of financial regulations and accounting processes. Certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) could be beneficial. Prior to becoming a VP of Finance, individuals might serve in roles such as Finance Manager, Director of Finance, or Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

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Accounting Controller

Walker Ag Group in Danville, IL is seeking a skilled financial director responsible for the following: Full direction of the accounting processes of a large, multi-faceted agriculture based...

Area Controller

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 17 days ago

The Area Controller is responsible to help create an environment and culture that enables multiple hospital to fulfill its mission by meeting or exceeding its goals, conveying the hospital mission...

Finance Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 hours ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Finance Director, US Oncology FP&A

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 5 hours ago

Financial Planning and Analysis: Proactively lead the planning processes [Plan, LBE and LRP] ensuring accurate and timely integration of sales forecast, pricing and investment resourcing, ensuring senior...

Finance Lead - Global Commercial FP&A

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Partners with global commercial affiliates to align financial planning assumptions and ensure consistency in forecasts....

Finance Director

  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Manage and oversee complex financial and technical functions related to budget preparation, utility rates, bond issuance, financial planning, customer billing and collecting, purchasing and accounts...

Director, Financial Services Advisory - Commercial Insurance

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Job Family: Management Consulting Travel Required: Up to 50% Clearance Required: None What You Will Do: As a Director in Guidehouse's Commercial Financial Services sector, you will be a senior...

Senior Director of Financial Services Industry - Salesforce

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Who You'll Work With In our Salesforce business, we help our clients bring the most impactful customer experiences to life and we do that in a way that makes our clients the hero of their...

Global Finance Lead, Holistic Productivity

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Job Level: Technical Leadership-T3 Job Description: This newly created and highly visible role will be tasked with framing, driving, and supporting the holistic productivity agenda for the Mars...

Director, Assistant Controller - International Segment

  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 19 hours ago

TransUnion's Job Applicant Privacy Notice Personal Information We Collect Your Privacy Choices What We'll Bring: At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the...

Assistant Controller

  • Champaign, IL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 19 hours ago

Month-End/Year-End Close: Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals, and variance analysis....

Director Finance - Global IBP & Mgmt Reporting

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

planning, analysis and reporting Excellent interpersonal skills Highly collaborative and ability to develop business partnerships Strong verbal and written communications Highly effective conflict...

Director of Finance & Accounting

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting, and risk management. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills....

Controller

  • Maywood, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Maywood, IL
  • 2 days ago

Controller Location: Broadview, IL Pay: $70,000 - $100,000 per year Job Type: Direct Hire Are you a skilled Controller looking for an opportunity to contribute beyond the numbers? Our custom...

Finance Director

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

at CBRE in Springfield, Illinois, United States Job Description Finance Director Job ID 209453 Posted 07-Mar-2025 Service line PJM Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Accounting/Finance...

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Salary for VP of Finance Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

VP of Finances in Illinois offer the following education background
Master's Degree
46.2%
Bachelor's Degree
44.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.0%
Associate's Degree
2.0%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%


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