The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a high-level executive who reports directly to the CEO. The CFO is responsible for managing all financial aspects of an organization, including budgeting and planning, risk management, accounting and tax management. A CFO’s salary depends on industry and geographic location but is usually higher than that of other middle management positions.

In Los Angeles, California the average salary range for a CFO is $173,000 – $250,000 per year. This includes base salary plus bonus potential.

CFO salaries in Los Angeles are higher than the national average by a considerable margin. The average annual salary for a CFO in Los Angeles is $166,256, while the national average is $145,000.

Cfo Salary In Los Angeles

Chief Financial Officer salary in California

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$158,502Per hourPer dayPer weekPer monthPer year

14%

above national average

Profit sharing

$20,000per year

Non-cash benefit

401(k)

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The average salary for a chief financial officer is $158,502 per year in California and $20,000 profit sharing per year.311 salaries reported, updated at July 27, 2022.

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Top companies for Chief Financial Officers in California

1. AmWest Funding3.348 reviews7 salaries reported$248,759per year
2. Confidential Priviately-Held Company3.540 reviews10 salaries reported$222,960per year
3. Ohio Truck Sales3.216 reviews30 salaries reported$219,773per year

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Highest paying cities for Chief Financial Officers in California

1. San Diego, CA$206,662 per year12 salaries reported
2. Irvine, CA$198,713 per year11 salaries reported
3. Los Angeles, CA$185,890 per year42 salaries reported

1. Oakland, CA$165,479 per year10 salaries reported
2. San Francisco, CA$159,703 per year15 salaries reported
3. Bakersfield, CA$154,675 per year6 salaries reported

1. Ontario, CA$150,926 per year6 salaries reported
2. Sacramento, CA$138,162 per year26 salaries reported
3. Corona, CA$125,708 per year5 salaries reported