CFO Jobs

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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In the faithful pursuit of this mission, the Archdiocese of Washington is hiring a Chief Financial Officer (CFO)....

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning to support growth and profitability. Deliver data-driven insights to support executive decision-making and strategic initiatives....

Chief Financial Officer (Hybrid)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago

Working closely with the CEO, Board of Directors and the executive team as a strategic business partner, the CFO advises agency leaders on their financial plans and economic models....

Vice President, Finance

  • Cedar Hill, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Cedar Hill, TN
  • 11 days ago

financial plans....

Executive Director Finance (Broward Operations)

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 21 days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 21 days ago

Participate in System long-range and annual financial planning with focus on Broward operations....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • moments ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • moments ago

This will include direct responsibility for accounting/finance, forecasting, financial planning and analysis, strategic planning, contribution margin costing and margin control, legal, compliance, Merger...

Senior Director, Finance

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • moments ago
  • Santa Clara, CA
  • moments ago

Experience in implementing and/or managing financial planning tools and processes....

Senior Director, Finance

  • Irvine, CA
  • moments ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • moments ago

Imagine how your ideas and expertise can change a patients life. Patients are at the heart of what we do at Edwards Lifesciences. Our Finance teams work hard to optimize our current and long-term...

CAAS - Chief Financial Officer / Office Leader

  • Des Moines, IA
  • moments ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • moments ago

CLA is looking to hire a CFO/ Office Leader to lead our growing Client Accounting & Advisory Services ( CAAS ) practice....

Senior Credit Officer

  • Montreal, QC
  • moments ago
  • Montreal, QC
  • moments ago

Application Deadline: 05/02/2025 Address: 105-119-129 rue St-Jacques O Job Family Group: Audit, Risk & Compliance If youre looking for your next dream job, consider this one in BMOs ERPM Risk...

Senior Vice President of Fiscal Services / CFO

  • Gray, TN
  • moments ago
  • Gray, TN
  • moments ago

SUMMARY : Plans, directs, integrates and improves the activities of assigned departments and functions to ensure the promotion of the organizations mission, vision and values. Participates in...

USPI Chief Financial Officer- Baylor Surgical Hospital at Sherman

  • Sherman, TX
  • moments ago
  • Sherman, TX
  • moments ago

Bachelor Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business degree required. Masters Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Healthcare Administration and CPA preferred....

Chief Financial Officer, Optum Financial

  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Eden Prairie, MN
  • 2 hours ago

The CFO for Optum Financial is responsible for the areas of consolidated financial planning and analysis including consolidated revenue, operating expenses (cost analysis and cost metric reporting)...

Vice President for Finance and Administration / Chief Financial Officer

  • Bowling Green, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bowling Green, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Additional Information Nominations and Applications For full consideration, application materials should be in PDF format and submitted through the AGB Search portal at BGSU VPFA & CFO by Friday, May...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Olympia, WA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 3 hours ago

Experience as CFO for casino operation. Experience working in highly regulated environments including Class II/III Gaming. Knowledge of slots accounting systems and reporting....

CFO Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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CFO and Senior Finance Ethics
Ethics refers to well-founded standards of right and wrong that prescribe what humans ought to do, usually in terms of rights, obligations, benefits to society, fairness, or specific virtues.It is...
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...

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Salary for CFO Jobs Nationwide

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

$238,188


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs 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
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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