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Optima Office, Inc

CFO

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Optima Office is a female owned company that provides Outsourced Accounting, CFO and COO services along with Human Resources Support. We serve over 300 companies across the United States but are ...

Optima Office

CFO

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Optima Office is a female owned company that provides Outsourced Accounting, CFO and COO services along with Human Resources Support. We serve over 300 companies across the United States but are ...

Optima Office

CFO

San Diego, CA · On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Optima Office is a female owned company that provides Outsourced Accounting, CFO and COO services along with Human Resources Support. We serve over 300 companies across the United States but are ...

Luyckx NV

WI · On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Word de CFO die financiële scherpte vertaalt naar internationale strategische groei Bij Luyckx combineren we meer dan 70 jaar ondernemerschap met een duidelijke toekomstvisie. Als familiebedrijf met ...

Gofractional

Fractional CFO

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$138 - $241/hr

Job Summary APHMC is seeking an experienced Fractional CFO with healthcare and preferably behavioral health experience to provide strategic financial oversight, improve operational visibility ...

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How much do entry level cfo jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level 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 an entry level CFO?

An Entry Level CFO is a financial leadership position designed for professionals with limited executive experience but strong financial knowledge. They assist in managing a company's financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting under the supervision of senior executives. This role is common in startups or small businesses that need financial guidance but may not require a seasoned CFO. It serves as a stepping stone to higher financial leadership roles. Strong analytical skills, financial planning, and a strategic mindset are essential for success in this position.

What are the typical career growth opportunities for someone starting as an entry level CFO?

Starting as an Entry Level CFO can provide a fast track to higher executive positions, especially within growing startups or smaller enterprises where advancement opportunities can be rapid. You will gain hands-on experience managing budgets, developing financial strategy, and presenting to leadership, which sets a strong foundation for roles such as Senior CFO, VP of Finance, or even COO. Many organizations offer mentorship from more experienced financial leaders and opportunities for continuing education to deepen your expertise. Demonstrating initiative, adaptability, and leadership can help accelerate your progression into more senior financial management roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an entry level CFO?

To thrive as an Entry Level CFO, you need a solid understanding of financial management, budgeting, and accounting principles, usually backed by a degree in finance, accounting, or business. Familiarity with financial modeling software, ERP systems, and tools like Excel is often required, and a CPA or CMA certification can be advantageous. Strong communication, analytical skills, and leadership potential are important soft skills for success at this level. These abilities ensure accurate financial oversight and effective collaboration with executive teams to drive organizational success.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level 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 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $261,533 per year, or $125.7 per hour.

CFO

Optima Office, Inc

San Diego, CA • On-site

$120 - $150/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
Want to work for a Company that puts you first?! At Optima Office our people are the most important asset. Optima Office was voted as a BEST PLACE TO WORK since 2020 by the San Diego Business Journal, as well as fastest growing company by inc 5000 !! Let us show you why!
Optima Office is a female owned company that provides Outsourced Accounting, CFO and COO services along with Human Resources Support. We serve over 300 companies across the United States but are mostly focused on the West Coast. We are a fast-growing company who continues to add clients and team members at a steady pace. In 2022 we were the 10th fastest growing company in San Diego.
Our Vision as a company is to have the highest retention with our clients and employees in the industry. Happy Staff = Happy Clients has been our founder's motto for a decade. Half of the company's profits get paid out as bonuses to the team and for fun company events.
We have a huge emphasis on work-life balance and provide a flexible environment which allows our team to choose their own schedule. Over half of our 100 employees are working parents who value flexibility and family time.
"I love working for Optima! I am super happy with my decision to work for Optima and am thankful for the opportunities they have provided me!" - Robbie W, Client Services
"What a treat it is to work with several different clients, industries, and team members! It means a lot to work for a company that is genuinely caring and supportive to its employees, and I look forward to being part of the Optima Office family for years to come." - Sr. Accountant
Check out some more testimonials and reviews at https://www.optimaoffice.com/testimonials
What to Expect Starting at Optima Office as a CFO...
  • Flexibility - you will be paired with clients that allow you to work the hours you prefer.
  • Work/Life Balance - whether you're spending time with family or enjoying a new hobby, we believe a healthy work/life balance is beneficial for both our consultants and our clients. We believe in optimizing our time at work so that we can spend quality time with our friends and family outside of the office.
  • You Come First - we are passionate about setting our consultants up for success. We have a career development program along with a robust training platform.
  • Purpose Driven - we enjoy partnering with like minded clients. Our client's values tend to line up directly with our own, making for a unique partnership with mutual benefits.

Optima Office is the place for you if...
  • You are adaptable - you can adjust on the fly and welcome diverse clients.
  • You are technically strong - you have experience in accounting, finance or HR and can be relied upon by colleagues and clients for accurate and timely work. A variety of industry and software experience is considered a huge plus, but not required for staff level positions. We certainly welcome subject matter experts at the more senior levels.
  • You are a pro-active communicator who has a sense of urgency with response time.
  • You are kind and collaborative - you are a team player who works well with others.
  • You are a self-starter - you take initiative and are proactive in accomplishing your goals.

An Optima Office CFO is a key business partner of our client's Chief Executive Officer or business owner, providing strategic financial support for their business on part-time basis. The CFO is contracted for specific, strategic financial support for either a defined project or on-going services. They are typically highly skilled professionals with backgrounds that span multiple decades of financial and operational experience. They become an integrated part of the management team, bringing stronger financial understanding to the client. This position plays a pivotal role in client management and communication and will manage other Optima Office accounting and finance staff.
Responsibilities & Duties:
  • Oversee preparation of month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial statements.
  • Review all month-end closing activities including general ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations and overhead cost allocation.
  • Enhance and implement financial and accounting systems, processes, tools, and control systems.
  • Serve as a key point of contact for external auditors; manage preparation and support of all external audits.
  • Oversee budgets and cash flow planning and communicate availability of funds, as needed.
  • Oversee financing strategies and activities, as well as banking relationships.
  • Develop and utilize forward-looking, predictive models and activity-based financial analysis to provide insight into the organization's operations and business plans.
  • Promote efficient accounting and financial reporting workflow.
  • Assist with the formation of Client work plans and monitor, measure & report progress.
  • Train, support, and mentor the professional development of Optima Office staff.
  • Continually source and implement best practices and make recommendations.
  • Work with the Client's Board of Directors, as requested, to provide financial reporting and analyses.
  • Operate under the highest standards of courtesy, professionalism, and ethics.
  • Evaluate needs for procurement of funds and investment of surpluses and make appropriate recommendations.
  • Delegate authority for the disbursement, banking, protection, and custody of funds, securities, and financial instruments.

Additional Perks and Benefits
  • All positions can be Full Time, Part Time, In Person or hybrid. Our clients do like to see us from time to time, but working remotely most of the time is an option.
  • 401K with company match of up to 50% of the first 6%.
  • Competitive pay with revenue sharing for salaried individuals.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance.
  • Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay.
  • Bonusly -Peer to Peer Recognition Program.
  • Mentorship program.
  • Happy hours and much more!

Pay Rate: $120-$150/hour
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities)
  • Bachelor's degree or master's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business-related field.
  • 15 years progressive experience in a business, accounting, or finance environment.
  • Willing and able to work in a hybrid capacity - 3 days in office a week (San Diego)
  • Experience in a senior financial-management role, partnering with executive staff, resulting in the development and implementation of creative financial management strategies.
  • Experience working with information technology staff to manage finance and accounting software packages.
  • Excellent analytical and abstract reasoning skills, plus excellent organization skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills.
  • The ideal candidate will possess leadership and supervisory capabilities, solid operational and technical accounting skills and works proactively to drive results.
  • Demonstrated mentoring, coaching and organizational administrative skills.
  • This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment. Self-managed and ability to work independently while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Must be PC proficient.
  • Thorough knowledge of general accounting including application of general accounting theory.
  • Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Must have strong experience with Microsoft Excel.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • CPA
  • Experience working in a consulting environment or professional services firm.
  • Experience with QuickBooks and/or another automated accounting systems.

Salary Description
$120-$150/hour

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