Tips for Entry
Read publications such as CFO (http://www.cfo.com) and FEI Weekly (https://www.financialexecutives.org/FEI-Daily.aspx) to learn more about the field.
Visit the following Web sites for job listings:
- https://www.cfp.net/career-and-growth/career-center
- http://www.afponline.org
- https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/cfo-jobs
Attend industry events such as the Association of International Certified Professional Accountants’ CFO Conference (https://www.aicpa-cima.com/cpe-learning/conference/aicpa-cfo-conference) to network and to interview for jobs.
Try to excel and gain experience in lower-level positions such as assistant financial officer, accountant, auditor, or financial analyst to increase your chances of being considered for management trainee programs sponsored by your employer.
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