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CINQCARE

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Washington, DC · On-site

$250K - $325K/yr

Position Overview The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a strategic and operational leader ... Experience in high-growth, startup, or private equity-backed services company strongly preferred

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Tampa, FL

$225K - $250K/yr

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Salary: $225,000 - $250,000 base + 25% bonus + equity potential Location: Tampa, FL 33602 Why This Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Opportunity Stands Out: * Direct line of ...

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CFO Consultant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CFO Consultant to join our team, supporting a variety of companies in the Salt Lake City area. This role is responsible for overseeing ...

Now CFO

CFO Consultant

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CFO Consultant to join our team, supporting a variety of companies in the Salt Lake City area. This role is responsible for overseeing ...

CFS

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Tampa, FL

$225K - $250K/yr

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Salary: $225,000 - $250,000 base + 25% bonus + equity potential Location: Tampa, FL 33602 Why This Opportunity Stands Out: * Direct access to the CEO and Board

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CFO Consultant

West Jordan, UT · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CFO Consultant to join our team, supporting a variety of companies in the Salt Lake City area. This role is responsible for overseeing ...

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Tampa, FL

$225K - $250K/yr

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Salary: $225,000 - $250,000 base + 25% bonus + equity potential Location: Tampa, FL 33602 Why This Opportunity Stands Out: * Direct access to the CEO and Board

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CFO Consultant

North Salt Lake, UT · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CFO Consultant to join our team, supporting a variety of companies in the Salt Lake City area. This role is responsible for overseeing ...

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CFO Consultant

West Jordan, UT · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CFO Consultant to join our team, supporting a variety of companies in the Salt Lake City area. This role is responsible for overseeing ...

Ascent CFO Solutions, LLC

Interim CFO

$120 - $140/hr

Interim Chief Financial Officer (1099 Contractor) Ascent CFO Solutions At Ascent CFO Solutions, we are a leading Fractional CFO services firm dedicated to providing strategic financial leadership and ...

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How much do startup cfo jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for startup cfo in the United States is $151,302.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $101,500.00 and $182,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges a Startup CFO faces compared to CFOs at larger, established companies?

A Startup CFO often works with limited resources, incomplete financial data, and rapidly shifting business priorities, requiring agility and creative problem-solving. Unlike CFOs at large corporations, startup CFOs are usually more hands-on and involved in multiple aspects of the business—from fundraising to operations and compliance—sometimes building financial processes from the ground up. This role demands comfort with uncertainty, a willingness to wear multiple hats, and strong collaboration with founders, investors, and other key stakeholders. While challenging, these responsibilities offer accelerated learning and the opportunity to have a direct impact on company direction and success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Startup Cfo position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Startup CFO, you need a strong background in financial planning, budgeting, and cash flow management, often backed by a degree in finance or accounting and significant experience in startup or high-growth environments. Proficiency with tools such as Excel, QuickBooks, and financial modeling software, as well as relevant certifications like CPA or CFA, is highly valuable. Strategic thinking, effective communication, and adaptability are standout soft skills for navigating dynamic startup cultures and collaborating with diverse teams. These capabilities enable a Startup CFO to drive financial strategy, ensure fiscal responsibility, and support sustainable business growth in a rapidly changing environment.

What is a Startup CFO job?

A Startup CFO is responsible for managing a company's financial strategy, operations, and planning. They oversee budgeting, fundraising, financial reporting, and cash flow management to ensure the startup's financial health. Unlike traditional CFOs, they often wear multiple hats, handling investor relations, compliance, and scaling financial infrastructure. Their role is crucial in helping startups navigate growth, secure funding, and achieve long-term sustainability.

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Infographic showing various Startup Cfo job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,302 per year, or $72.7 per hour.
Chief Financial Officer (Outsourced Services)

Chief Financial Officer (Outsourced Services)

Preferred CFO

UT • Remote

Full-time, Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Chief Financial Officer

(Outsourced Services)


JOB TYPE: Full-Time/Part-Time

JOB LOCATION: Utah (virtual work from home office and visit client locations)

CATEGORY: Finance and Accounting


JOB SUMMARY:

Preferred CFO is an outsourced/fractional CFO firm providing premium finance and accounting assistance to growing and emerging companies. We are seeking an experienced individual to assume the outsourced CFO position for a select group of our existing clients. This position delivers part-time/fractional CFO services to a variety of companies simultaneously. Being a key team member for several different clients provides the CFO with the opportunity to deliver immediate results and influence meaningful impact within the assigned client companies. As a trusted advisor to the executive management teams within these companies, the CFO oversees the tactical finance and accounting function within the company from a high-level, while providing practical, strategic, CFO-level guidance and oversight focused on maximizing and uncovering value and mitigating potential risk.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Oversee the work of the controller and senior accountant assigned to the client
  • Assist with month-end reconciliation workbook, as required
  • Provide monthly financial reporting package to client each month (no later than 10th day following month end)
  • Create and maintain a robust financial forecast and budget (expected to master the PCFO forecasting tools and methodology)
  • Create and maintain a 13-week cash flow forecast
  • Meet with the client regularly to review in detail the monthly reporting package and the forecast
  • Provide clients with strategic insight into the financial performance of the company
  • Analyze financial statement trends and KPIs and make recommendations for client actions to address insights from such
  • Develop strong working relationships with clients and other stakeholders
  • Suggest and implement operational best practices within the finance and accounting department
  • Employ good, sound judgment and become a trusted advisor within the company
  • Develop and manage financial controls in accordance with the company's procedures
  • Generate qualified leads for future engagements by networking with other professional trusted advisors

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required (CPA, MBA or MAcc a plus)
  • 2+ years of CFO experience (will coach the right candidate with controller only experience)
  • Advanced working knowledge of GAAP accounting
  • Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies
  • QuickBooks knowledge
  • Strong financial analysis abilities
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills required
  • Ability to plan, direct, and control the strategic accounting function for multiple client companies at any given time
  • A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well versed in implementing and maintaining effective accounting controls and systems
  • Ability to analyze existing operations and recommend and implement both revised and new policies, procedures, and systems
  • Willing to travel to local and regional client locations (out-of-state travel is very limited)
  • Exceptional ability to motivate, coach, and develop junior accounting professionals
  • Impeccable communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to present reports accurately and concisely to the assigned CFO and/or executive management team
  • Unquestionable business ethics and personal integrity

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