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Chief Financial Officer Controller Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Consulting CFO | Portland, Oregon$170,000 to $185,000 Base Salary DOE NOW CFO is seeking an ... Partner with Controllers and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

Consulting CFO | Portland, Oregon $170,000 to $185,000 Base Salary DOE NOW CFO is seeking an ... Partner with Controllers and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

Chief Financial Officer

Portland, OR · On-site

$170K - $185K/yr

Consulting CFO | Portland, Oregon $170,000 to $185,000 Base Salary DOE NOW CFO is seeking an ... Partner with Controllers and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

CFO

Elkhart, IN · Hybrid

Previous experience as a CFO, Controller, or senior finance executive. * Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and internal controls. * Experience leading accounting ...

Partner with Controllers, Accounting Managers, and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely ... Strong CFO, VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or similar senior finance leadership ...

Previous experience as a CFO, Controller, or senior finance executive. * Strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and internal controls. * Experience leading accounting ...

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Chief Financial Officer

Dubuque, IA · On-site

$200K - $220K/yr

... CFO, Controller, or senior executive finance role * Experience overseeing complex, multi-entity financial operations * Gaming, hospitality, resort, casino, or multi-property experience strongly ...

Chief Financial Officer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$180 - $280/hr

Review the accounting team and establish the path for the Controller function * Assess the revenue ... Partner with the IDD Division CFO to implement joint best practices * Drive cost-to-serve ...

Interim CFO Controller

Washington, DC · On-site

$55 - $70/hr

Interim CFO/Controller Type: Contract Length: 3-6 months Compensation: $55 - $70 / hour Location: Alexandria, VA Benefits: This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401k. A well ...

Controller

Sacramento, CA

$120K - $150K/yr

NOW CFO | Controller Consultant Sacramento, CA $120,000 to $150,000 Base Salary DOE NOW CFO is seeking an experienced Controller Consultant to join our Sacramento team. This full time role is ideal ...

Controller

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

NOW CFO | Controller ConsultantSacramento, CA$120,000 to $150,000 Base Salary DOE NOW CFO is seeking an experienced Controller Consultant to join our Sacramento team. This full time role is ideal for ...

Controller

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

NOW CFO | Controller Consultant Sacramento, CA $120,000 to $150,000 Base Salary DOE NOW CFO is seeking an experienced Controller Consultant to join our Sacramento team. This full time role is ideal ...

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How much do chief financial officer controller jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief financial officer controller in the United States is $137,546.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,500.00 and $157,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a chief financial officer controller?

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Controllers are senior executives responsible for overseeing a company's financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting. While the CFO is typically in charge of the overall financial strategy, the Controller focuses on managing accounting records, ensuring compliance, and preparing financial statements. In some organizations, the roles may be combined or overlap, with the CFO Controller managing both strategic and operational financial functions. Their key duties include safeguarding assets, optimizing financial performance, and providing accurate financial data to inform business decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chief financial officer controller?

To thrive as a Chief Financial Officer Controller, you need deep expertise in financial management, accounting principles, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by a CPA, CMA, or MBA. Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, advanced Excel skills, and financial reporting software is essential. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication skills set outstanding CFO Controllers apart. These competencies enable accurate financial oversight, informed decision-making, and alignment of financial strategy with organizational goals.

What are some common challenges faced by chief financial officer controllers when integrating new financial technologies within established organizations?

Chief Financial Officer Controllers frequently encounter challenges such as resistance to change from staff, ensuring data security, and aligning new technologies with existing financial processes. Successful integration requires careful change management, staff training, and close collaboration with IT and operations teams to minimize disruptions. Additionally, balancing the need for innovation with regulatory compliance and internal controls is critical to maintaining the organization's financial integrity.

What is the difference between Chief Financial Officer Controller vs Financial Analyst?

AspectChief Financial Officer ControllerFinancial Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related; CPA or CFA often preferredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related; certifications like CFA beneficial
Work EnvironmentExecutive office, strategic planning, high-level decision makingOffice setting, data analysis, reporting, supporting finance teams
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate finance departments, large organizations, industries requiring financial oversightFinancial services, corporate finance, consulting firms, investment firms

The Chief Financial Officer Controller focuses on strategic financial management and oversight at the executive level, while the Financial Analyst primarily handles data analysis, reporting, and supporting financial decision-making. Both roles require strong financial credentials but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Chief Financial Officer Controller job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $137,546 per year, or $66.1 per hour.

Chief Financial Officer

Now CFO

Portland, OR

$170K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Consulting CFO | Portland, Oregon$170,000 to $185,000 Base Salary DOE

NOW CFO is seeking an experienced Consulting CFO to join our Portland team. This full time role is ideal for a hands on financial executive who can provide strategic CFO leadership while also stepping into the details when needed. Candidates must bring extensive construction industry experience, including strong exposure to construction accounting, project financials, and ideally land acquisition and land development.

As a Consulting CFO, you will partner directly with business owners and executive teams across multiple client engagements to improve financial visibility, strengthen cash flow, enhance reporting, and support strategic decision making. Candidates should be based in the Portland area and comfortable traveling to clients throughout Portland, Vancouver, Salem, and surrounding markets as needed.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as a strategic CFO advisor to business owners and executive teams

  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, financial reporting, and financial analysis

  • Support construction clients with job costing, WIP reporting, percentage of completion accounting, project profitability, cost to complete analysis, and margin review

  • Provide financial guidance related to land acquisition, land development, and project planning when applicable

  • Analyze financial performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability, cash flow, and operations

  • Evaluate accounting and finance processes and implement practical improvements

  • Develop financial models, dashboards, forecasts, and executive reporting

  • Partner with Controllers and accounting teams to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting

  • Support internal controls, audit preparation, lender reporting, and compliance requirements

  • Manage multiple client engagements and priorities in a fast paced consulting environment

Qualifications
  • Senior financial leadership experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Controller, or similar role

  • Extensive construction industry experience required

  • Strong experience with job costing, WIP reporting, percentage of completion accounting, project accounting, cash flow management, and project profitability

  • Land acquisition and land development experience strongly preferred

  • Experience across multiple industries is a plus

  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls

  • Ability to operate strategically while remaining comfortable with hands on financial and accounting work

  • Strong analytical, problem solving, leadership, and communication skills

  • Comfortable advising business owners, executives, lenders, and accounting teams

  • Ability to quickly assess client needs and provide practical financial solutions

  • Experience working with ERP and accounting systems

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field preferred

  • Must be comfortable traveling throughout the Portland metro area and surrounding markets, including Vancouver and Salem

Why NOW CFO

NOW CFO gives experienced financial leaders the opportunity to work across a variety of businesses, industries, and financial challenges while making a direct impact on client organizations.

If you are an experienced financial executive with deep construction expertise who enjoys consulting, strategic problem solving, and hands on financial leadership, we would love to hear from you.

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