Director of Finance Jobs in Minnesota

A Director of Finance plays a crucial role in the finance industry by overseeing all financial activities, planning for long-term financial goals, and generating financial reports. They assess and manage financial risks, supervise cash management activities, develop financial strategies, and ensure adherence to budgets. Their responsibilities also extend to the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with the state and federal regulations. They oversee and support the finance team, monitor financial details to ensure legality and make investment plans.

Important skills for a Director of Finance include strong leadership, excellent communication, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of financial software and databases. They should be able to work with senior management and present financial information clearly and concisely. In terms of qualifications, they should have a degree in finance, economics, or a related field, although an MBA or a certification like a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is often preferred. Prior to becoming a Director of Finance, an individual may have roles such as Finance Manager, Senior Financial Analyst, or Chief Financial Officer.

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Director of Finance

  • Grand Rapids, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MN
  • 14 days ago

Director of Finance – City of Grand Rapids The City of Grand has an opening for a Director of Finance....

Responsibilities: Teaches accounting, finance and/or financial planning courses in undergraduate and/or graduate programs....

Finance Director, Marvin Operations - Located in Warroad, MN

  • Thief River Falls, MN
  • 9 hours ago
  • Thief River Falls, MN
  • 9 hours ago

Job Overview: The Finance Director, Marvin Operations will be responsible for leading a team of professionals whose primary focus will be to partner with and support the operations team with the...

Director of Finance

  • Carver, MN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Carver, MN
  • 15 hours ago

We are searching for an experienced Director of Finance who can lead a growing finance department....

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Plant Controller II

  • Chaska, MN
  • 18 hours ago
  • Chaska, MN
  • 18 hours ago

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Senior Accountant / Controller

  • Albany, MN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Albany, MN
  • 19 hours ago

Senior Accountant / Controller Dahl Consulting Inc. Albany, MN Dahl Consulting Inc. March 7, 2025 Open to a variety of levels of accounting experience; Sr. Accountant up to Controller! Seeking a...

Audit Manager, Vice President - Financial Crimes

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 23 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 23 hours ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Audit Manager, Vice President on the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team provides horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes...

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking an Executive Director on the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team provides horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes risk across...

Audit Manager VP - Financial Crimes/Transaction Monitoring/Investigations

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Vice President, Audit Manager on the Financial Crimes Audit Team. The Financial Crimes Audit Team provides horizontal audit coverage of financial crimes...

CAAS Assistant Controller (State & Local Government) MInneapolis, MN

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

CLA is a top 10 national professional services firm where our purpose is to create opportunities every day, for our clients, our people, and our communities through industry-focused wealth...

Assistant Finance Director

  • Roseville, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 1 day ago

The City of Roseville is now hiring for Assistant Finance Director The Assistant Finance Director assists in the management of the Citys financial operations. You will manage a team of finance and...

Compliance Controller

  • St Louis Park, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • St Louis Park, MN
  • 1 day ago

Our Story Avison Young is a global commercial real estate brokerage and advisory firm, offering transaction, management, financial and consulting services. Weve designed our corporate structure to...

Assistant Finance Director

  • Roseville, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 1 day ago

The Assistant Finance Director is responsible for assisting the finance director in managing the day-to-day accounting and financial operations of the City in conformity with the city, community,...

Finance Director (sometimes known as CFO)

  • Sandstone, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Sandstone, MN
  • 1 day ago

This role manages budgeting, financial planning, accounting, auditing, and compliance while collaborating with the Senior Leadership Team to drive the organization's mission....

This position will assist the Director of Financial Aid to plan, administer, manage, and coordinate student financial aid programs. This position administers a number of the Minnesota Office of...

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Salary for Director of Finance Jobs in Minnesota

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Highest Education Level

Director of Finances in Minnesota 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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