Chief Financial Officer Jobs

Explore Chief Financial Officer (CFO) jobs for experienced finance leaders ready to guide business strategy, oversee financial operations, and support long-term growth. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including CFO and senior finance leadership roles across industries.

What Does a Chief Financial Officer Do?

A CFO leads an organization’s financial strategy and helps executives make informed decisions. Typical responsibilities include financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow management, financial reporting, risk oversight, and relationships with investors, lenders, and boards. Depending on the organization, the role may also oversee accounting, treasury, tax, procurement, or business operations.

Common CFO Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive finance or accounting experience, a record of leadership, and the ability to connect financial insight to business priorities. A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field is common; many executives also hold an MBA, CPA, or other relevant credential. Strong candidates communicate clearly, manage complex decisions, and lead teams through growth and change.

Industries and Career Opportunities

CFO opportunities span technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, retail, professional services, and other sectors. Titles and scope vary by company size: a CFO at a growing company may be closely involved in fundraising and day-to-day operations, while a CFO at a large enterprise may lead a broad finance organization and partner with the board on capital allocation and corporate strategy.

Find CFO Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Chief Financial Officer and senior finance jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, and responsibilities to identify roles that match your leadership experience and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Optimize operations by overseeing financial management and facility maintenance, ensuring effective policy implementation and support for agency initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance ser...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$60K - $101K *

Advance your career by leading a global team in financial reporting, ensuring compliance with SEC, IRS, and GAAP standards while enhancing client relationships and driving operational improvements...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional financial reporting solutions. Leverage your expertise in accounting and finance to manage client relationships, ensure compliance, and drive ope...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$67K - $109K *

Optimize financial reporting processes by ensuring timely compliance, managing client relationships, and enhancing team performance through effective leadership and technology utilization. Drive impro...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $163K *

Shape the future of employee health plans by leading financial and operational strategies, driving performance improvements, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance quality and efficie...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$67K - $99K *

Join a dynamic team as you support accounting and compliance efforts, ensuring integrity in financial reporting and adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating with internal and external sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by managing finance operations for a vital division. Oversee budgeting, accounts payable, and capital projects while ensuring compliance and efficiency in fiscal activities. Collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$94K - $144K *

Lead the charge in coordinating division activities within the Office of Management and Budget, overseeing budget preparation, staff management, and interdepartmental projects to enhance organizationa...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by managing daily cash and liquidity operations, enhancing banking structures, and collaborating across teams to drive efficiency and compliance in treasury functions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $130K *

Transform your career by managing cash and liquidity operations, enhancing banking structures, and collaborating across teams to drive efficiency and compliance in treasury functions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $88K *

Shape the future of financial analysis by developing insights that drive strategic decision-making. Collaborate with teams to enhance forecasting and reporting, ensuring timely delivery of critical fi...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Optimize death settlement account administration, ensuring compliance and accuracy while leading complex cases and supporting team efforts in tax preparation and business development...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Administer death settlement accounts, ensuring compliance and accuracy while collaborating with teammates. Engage in due diligence, tax preparation, and complex case management to support estate and t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your financial expertise by building robust models and narratives that shape the future of a scaling company. Collaborate with leadership and investors, diving deep into financial insights to...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team in overseeing daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. Drive process improvements and support audits while mentoring staff to enhance t...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$107K - $120K *

Join us to lead financial operations across multiple nonprofit entities, guiding budgeting, compliance, and strategic planning. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance financial health and su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$107K - $120K *

Transform financial leadership by overseeing multi-entity operations, guiding budgeting, ensuring compliance, and enhancing fiscal processes to support access to justice across nonprofit organizations...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in financial oversight for a multi-entity residential division, ensuring accurate accounting, reporting, and compliance across diverse brands while managing a team of accountants to dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $150K *

Lead treasury operations to optimize cash management, enhance liquidity, and modernize technology. Collaborate across teams to establish policies and manage banking relationships, ensuring financial r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams in financial management operations, ensuring accountability and strategic planning. Oversee process improvements and compliance, providing expert guidance to senior leader...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that directs and supervises multidisciplinary financial management operations, ensuring accountability and mission success while leading strategic planning and resource prioritization for...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by overseeing advanced financial management analysis, ensuring transparency and accountability in budget operations, and guiding teams to achieve strategic financial goals in a dyn...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Advance financial operations by overseeing accounting, billing, payroll, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and efficient processes while managing audits and vendor re...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$62K - $104K *

Optimize financial accuracy and integrity by preparing reconciliations, journal entries, and analyses. Collaborate across teams to support timely financial reporting and enhance accounting processes i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion financial governance and control as a leader in our Wholesale Financial Control team, driving accuracy and efficiency in reporting for Central Funding and Global Equities while fostering coll...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chief Financial Officer do?question toggle

    A Chief Financial Officer leads an organization’s financial strategy and oversees key areas such as planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, cash flow, and financial risk. The CFO also advises executive leadership and may work with investors, lenders, and the board.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for CFO jobs?question toggle

    CFO roles generally require substantial finance or accounting experience, a track record of leadership, and strong strategic and communication skills. Employers commonly look for a bachelor’s degree in a related field; an MBA, CPA, or similar credential may be preferred or required.

  • Which industries hire Chief Financial Officers?question toggle

    CFOs work across industries including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, retail, and professional services. Responsibilities vary based on the organization’s size, business model, and stage of growth.

  • How can I find CFO jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse CFO and senior finance leadership listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its responsibilities, qualifications, industry, and location.