CFO Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

In the accounting industry, a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for overseeing all financial operations within an organization. They manage the company's finances, including profit and loss reporting, budget allocation, financial forecasting, and financial risk management. Additionally, they ensure that the company's financial reports are accurate and completed in a timely manner. CFOs also strategize and implement short-term and long-term financial plans, and work alongside other executives to make decisions that will drive profitability and growth.

Important skills for a CFO in the accounting industry include strong analytical skills, strategic planning, excellent communication, and profound knowledge of all financial and accounting procedures. They should also be proficient in financial software and database systems. Certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) are often required. Before becoming a CFO, an individual may hold positions such as Financial Controller, Finance Director, or VP of Finance. These roles provide the necessary experience in managing finances and understanding the financial landscape of a business.

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VP/CFO - Children's Services UCSF Health

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 14 hours ago

The Vice President, Children's Services Finance (VP) is a core member of the UCSF Health Children's Services leadership team, which reviews and shapes Children's Services policies, aligning...

Chief Financial Officer (Construction)

  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 23 hours ago

Our client, one of Northern California's most admired and prominent heavy civil construction firms, have mandated AGS to secure a CFO....

Chief Financial Officer (8912 - Executive) Hybrid-Remote Position

  • San Rafael, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Rafael, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Flexible Spending Account EAP - Mental Health, Financial and Legal Services $1,500 Employee Referral Program EAH University, an in-house training program This position is for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO...

Exciting CFO Opportunity - Join a Mission-Driven Non-Profit Team!

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 8 days ago

We're looking for a strategic finance leader to be the right-hand partner to the CEO & Board, spearheading financial oversight, process improvements, and long-term planning within Government,...

Head of Finance

  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (21 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 8 days ago

About Neuralink: We are creating devices that enable a bi-directional interface with the brain. These devices allow us to restore movement to the paralyzed, restore sight to the blind, and...

Chief Financial Officer

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 11 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is the chief fiscal officer of the Jewish Community Federation, responsible for developing the overall financial strategy in accordance with and in...

Chief Financial Officer - Series A Enterprise SaaS

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Experience in late-stage fundraising, working with venture capital, private equity, and debt financing....

Chief Financial Officer

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Strategic thinker with the ability to articulate a plan to achieve the school's long-term goals. 2 CFO 4....

Chief Financial Officer (0213U) Haas School of Business 76550

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Chief Financial Officer (0213U) Haas School of Business 76550 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and...

Chief Financial Officer (0213U) Haas School of Business 76550 University of California, Berkeley

  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Berkeley, CA (10 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Chief Financial Officer (0213U) Haas School of Business 76550 About Berkeley At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and...

Head of Finance Technology

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 20 days 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...

National Client Accounting & CFO Services Leader

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 20 days ago

We are seeking a leader for our National Client Accounting and CFO Services practice....

Vice President, Finance

  • South San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (24 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 27 days ago

IDEAYA Biosciences (NASDAQ: IDYA) is a public, clinical-stage precision medicine oncology company committed to the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted therapeutics for...

Chief Financial Officer

  • Pleasanton, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Minimum of five (5) years of experience as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Controller or in an equivalent leadership role, preferably within an FQHC or healthcare setting....

Vice President / Chief Financial Officer, Physician Organizations & Ambulatory Services

  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (19 miles from Walnut Creek, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting Relationship The UCSF VP/CFO reports directly to the CFO of UCSF Health with a dyad reporting relationship to the President of the Ambulatory Business Unit....

Demographic Data for Walnut Creek, CA

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Salary for CFO Jobs in Walnut Creek, CA

This is the average annual salary for CFO jobs in Walnut Creek, CA as reported by the BLS.

$325,920


Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

CFOs in Walnut Creek, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.2%
Master's Degree
43.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Associate's Degree
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
High School or GED
1.7%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CFOs in Walnut Creek, CA
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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