CFO Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Perform CFO functions as part of the clients accounting services team. Be accountable for identifying and implementing best practices related to the services provided to add value to the client....

Vice President for Finance and Administration

  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 2 days ago

Candidates will also be expected to have a command of financial modeling, physical plant maintenance and renewal, construction and property management, human resources, and information technology infrastructure...

Interim CFO (Manufacturing)

  • Roberts, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Roberts, WI
  • 2 days ago

The Interim CFO will lead the finance function, working closely with the CEO to manage resources and drive shareholder value creation....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 2 days ago

Key Responsibilities Strategic Financial Planning: Develop and implement financial strategies to support the company's long-term growth and profitability....

Associate Vice President, Finance

  • Appleton, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 6 days ago

Expert knowledge of Excel for complex financial modeling as well as effectively summarizing and visualizing data. Familiarity with Power BI preferred. 8....

CFO

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 16 days ago

CFO POST NUMBER: 438774 Milwaukee, WI, US On-Site February 24th, 2025 Retail Vaco $ 170000.00 - 180000.00 yearly direct hire Vaco is hiring a CFO for one of our clients in the Milwaukee area....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Sheboygan, WI
  • 23 days ago
  • Sheboygan, WI
  • 23 days ago

Contact your local Wisconsin banking recruiter, Joe Albert to learn more about this CFO position and other banking opportunities throughout the state....

CFO, Outsourced Accounting - Construction Industry Clients

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 24 days ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 24 days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Accounting 10 years of advanced, hands on, full cycle accounting experience that includes financial statement and work in progress...

Senior Director Finance and

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 28 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 28 days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Position Description: Every great life-changingdiscovery begins the same way-with new knowledge. It can changeeverything, from a single life to the future of entire...

Senior Director, Finance and Administration

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Senior Director, Finance and Administration Medical College of Wisconsin, United States about 22 hours ago Location: Milwaukee, WISCONSIN Position Description: Every great life-changing discovery...

Hospital CFO - Franklin

  • New Berlin, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Berlin, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Details Department: Finance, WI Schedule: Full Time: Monday-Friday Hospital: Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - Franklin Location: Franklin, WI Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance...

University Research Park Chief Financial Officer

  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago

University Research Park Chief Financial Officer Location: Madison, Wisconsin Department: GENERAL SERVICES/UNIVERSITY RESEARCH PARK Category: Finance Employment Type: Partially Remote Employment...

Chief Credit Officer

  • Racine, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Racine, WI
  • 30+ days ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview Responsible for the overall quality of theBank\'s lending portfolio including providing direction and oversight ofall organizational credit functions. This includes...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 30+ days ago

The CFO reports directly to Head of School Steve Hancock....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beaver Dam, WI
  • 30+ days ago

Education & Experience Bachelors degree in Accounting (MBA is preferred) CPA Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a CFO role. Experience in non-profits or independent schools is a plus....

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Mentoring/Coaching Role of the Controller/CFO
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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...
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 in Wisconsin

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

$239,439


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CFO positions.



Highest Education Level

CFOs in Wisconsin offer the following education background
Master's Degree
49.7%
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 Wisconsin
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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