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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 experienced Consulting CFO to join our Portland team. This full time role is ideal for a hands on financial ...

Now CFO

Chief Financial Officer

Portland, OR

$170K - $185K/yr

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 ...

Now CFO

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 experienced Consulting CFO to join our Portland team. This full time role is ideal for a hands on ...

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Chief Financial Officer

Saratoga Springs, NY · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Company parties Chief Financial Officer (PT and FT opportunities available) Job Title: CFO Pay rate: $35-$40 hourly rate, depending on experience; part-time and full-time opportunities available ...

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CFO Consultant

Boston, MA

About NOW CFO NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting ...

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CFO Consultant

Boston, MA

About NOW CFO NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting ...

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CFO Consultant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

About NOW CFO NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting ...

Now CFO

CFO Consultant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

About NOW CFO NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting ...

Now CFO

CFO Consultant

Boston, MA · On-site

About NOW CFO NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting ...

Now CFO

CFO Consultant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

About NOW CFO NOW CFO is a leading provider of financial consulting services, dedicated to helping businesses achieve their financial objectives. We deliver expert guidance in financial reporting ...

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How much do contract cfo jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract cfo in the United States is $261,533.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,000.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract CFO?

A Contract CFO is a financial executive who provides high-level financial strategy and oversight to a company on a part-time, temporary, or project basis. They help businesses with financial planning, cash flow management, budgeting, and strategic decision-making without the commitment of a full-time CFO. Contract CFOs are often hired by startups, small businesses, or companies in transition that need expert financial leadership but don't require a full-time executive.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract CFO?

To thrive as a Contract CFO, you need strong expertise in financial management, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance, usually backed by a relevant degree such as accounting or finance and several years of senior finance experience. Familiarity with ERP systems like NetSuite or SAP, and often certifications such as CPA or CMA, are typically required. Outstanding communication, adaptability, and problem-solving skills are essential for collaborating with diverse clients and navigating dynamic business environments. These combined abilities ensure that the Contract CFO can deliver actionable insights and financial leadership tailored to each client's unique needs.

What are the typical challenges faced by a contract CFO working with multiple clients or organizations?

Contract CFOs often encounter the challenge of quickly understanding and adapting to the unique financial environments, goals, and cultures of each client organization. They must be skilled at prioritizing diverse projects, managing conflicting deadlines, and communicating effectively with stakeholders who may have varying levels of financial acumen. Proactive relationship-building and a flexible mindset help in overcoming these challenges. By providing tailored financial leadership and supporting informed decision-making, Contract CFOs play a vital role in helping clients achieve stability and growth.

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Infographic showing various Contract Cfo job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $261,533 per year, or $125.7 per hour.

Chief Financial Officer

Now CFO

Portland, OR • On-site

$170K - $185K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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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