Chief Financial Officer Jobs in Illinois
Chief Financial Officer jobs in Illinois concentrate in financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology, with Chicago anchoring one of the most active CFO hiring markets in the country alongside secondary demand in Schaumburg and Naperville. Major employers with sustained CFO-level hiring in Illinois include Allstate, Walgreens Boots Alliance, and Caterpillar. The most sought-after specialties are capital markets strategy, healthcare finance, and enterprise risk management. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Primary Function / Primary Goals / Objectives:
This role will support the Development Sciences Organization in R&D which consists of both of Internal and External budgetary responsibility across six functions. The Associate Director will enable strategic planning and execution of both current and long-term Development Sciences goals. This position is responsible for financial planning and analysis related to Plan, Update, LBE and LRP as well as support of strategic initiatives. The Development Sciences annual budget averages $1.4B - $1.5B, approximately 2,800 resources across seven sites, four pilot plants, six vivariums and capital responsibility between $40MM-$60MM annually.
Major Responsibilities:
- Liaison with Therapeutics Area Finance to understand financial impacts to Development Science due to related governance funding decisions (for example, EPG, LMG, and PRF). Review all funding requests prior to submission for CMC and CDSM activities (enrollment curves, generic opportunities).
- Drives financial analyses for various business initiatives across CDSM and CMC organizations that lend insight into key business drivers enabling management to adapt more appropriate tactics/strategies to meet the LRP objectives for Internals and Externals.
- Working across BD and Integration Teams, drive integration activities and/or of newly acquired companies/assets into the R&D portfolio impacting internal and external spending
- Ensures cross-functional alignment on financial assumptions related to PDS&T R&D funding for Plan, LRP, and LBEs
- Drive initiatives to identify capacity constraints across suite space, internal resources, and technology capabilities, while improving visibility and forecasting of potential budget overruns associated with CMOs and external services
- Working closely with R&D Strategic Resourcing and Dev Sci Functions to optimize resource models and impact to future demand/capacity related to 2,800 resources
- Responsible for driving capital project approval, tracking, and financial implementation of major pilot plant upgrades and expansions.
- Assists with all financial aspects of key functional projects and systems initiatives to ensure finance requirements are implemented appropriately and process efficiencies are realized
- This position will require a large amount of interface across senior management within R&D Finance and multiple functions within R&D to optimize decision making, meet financial commitments, ensure forecasts are appropriately built.
Qualifications
- BA in Accounting or Finance. CPA or MBA a plus.
- 8+ years of progressive Accounting or Finance experience.
- Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written) and ability to influence without direct authority.
- Strong project management skills, which includes leadership in organizing, planning, and executing projects from inception to implementation.
- Self-starter with ability to operate independently, identify and implement process improvements, and adjust priorities to achieve objectives and operate with speed and agility.
- Ability to work in a matrix organization, build strong partnerships, influence work partners – both business and finance.
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Knowledge of SAP and BPC.
- Experience leading and/or influencing a diverse team.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
About AbbVie
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
Primary Function / Primary Goals / Objectives:
This role will support the Development Sciences Organization in R&D which consists of both of Internal and External budgetary responsibility across six functions. The Associate Director will enable strategic planning and execution of both current and long-term Development Sciences goals. This position is responsible for financial planning and analysis related to Plan, Update, LBE and LRP as well as support of strategic initiatives. The Development Sciences annual budget averages $1.4B - $1.5B, approximately 2,800 resources across seven sites, four pilot plants, six vivariums and capital responsibility between $40MM-$60MM annually.
Major Responsibilities:
- Liaison with Therapeutics Area Finance to understand financial impacts to Development Science due to related governance funding decisions (for example, EPG, LMG, and PRF). Review all funding requests prior to submission for CMC and CDSM activities (enrollment curves, generic opportunities).
- Drives financial analyses for various business initiatives across CDSM and CMC organizations that lend insight into key business drivers enabling management to adapt more appropriate tactics/strategies to meet the LRP objectives for Internals and Externals.
- Working across BD and Integration Teams, drive integration activities and/or of newly acquired companies/assets into the R&D portfolio impacting internal and external spending
- Ensures cross-functional alignment on financial assumptions related to PDS&T R&D funding for Plan, LRP, and LBEs
- Drive initiatives to identify capacity constraints across suite space, internal resources, and technology capabilities, while improving visibility and forecasting of potential budget overruns associated with CMOs and external services
- Working closely with R&D Strategic Resourcing and Dev Sci Functions to optimize resource models and impact to future demand/capacity related to 2,800 resources
- Responsible for driving capital project approval, tracking, and financial implementation of major pilot plant upgrades and expansions.
- Assists with all financial aspects of key functional projects and systems initiatives to ensure finance requirements are implemented appropriately and process efficiencies are realized
- This position will require a large amount of interface across senior management within R&D Finance and multiple functions within R&D to optimize decision making, meet financial commitments, ensure forecasts are appropriately built.
Qualifications
- BA in Accounting or Finance. CPA or MBA a plus.
- 8+ years of progressive Accounting or Finance experience.
- Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written) and ability to influence without direct authority.
- Strong project management skills, which includes leadership in organizing, planning, and executing projects from inception to implementation.
- Self-starter with ability to operate independently, identify and implement process improvements, and adjust priorities to achieve objectives and operate with speed and agility.
- Ability to work in a matrix organization, build strong partnerships, influence work partners – both business and finance.
- Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Knowledge of SAP and BPC.
- Experience leading and/or influencing a diverse team.
Additional Information
Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in chief financial officer jobs across Illinois.
- CPA license issued or reciprocally recognized by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field required
- Ten or more years of progressive financial leadership experience in a relevant industry
- Demonstrated experience overseeing financial reporting under GAAP and SEC compliance frameworks
- Proven ability to lead treasury, budgeting, and financial planning functions at the enterprise level
- MBA or advanced finance degree strongly preferred by most Illinois hiring organizations
Chief Financial Officer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a chief financial officer in Illinois?
The most direct path begins with earning a CPA license through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which requires passing the Uniform CPA Examination and meeting Illinois's education and experience requirements. From there, candidates typically build experience in roles like controller, VP of Finance, or treasurer at Illinois employers before moving into the CFO seat. An MBA from an Illinois business school can accelerate the timeline.
Which companies hire chief financial officers in Illinois?
Illinois chief financial officer roles are posted by AbbVie, Fitch, and Fitch Ratings and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, major hospital systems, and large manufacturing companies means CFO openings appear across a wide range of industries and organization sizes.
Which Illinois cities have the most chief financial officer jobs?
Chicago, North Chicago, and Aurora have the most chief financial officer openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it houses the headquarters of major financial services firms, healthcare networks, and publicly traded manufacturers, while Schaumburg and Naperville draw CFO demand from the large corporate campuses and regional offices concentrated along the I-90 and I-88 technology and business corridors.
Are there remote chief financial officer jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many senior roles. About 78% of chief financial officer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the CFO's work, including financial modeling, investor reporting, and strategic planning, can be done off-site. Board presentations, audit committee meetings, and M&A negotiations are the functions most likely to require in-person attendance.
How can I get hired as a chief financial officer in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a staff or senior accountant role at a large Illinois employer such as a major hospital network, a publicly traded manufacturer, or a large financial services firm, where internal promotion tracks move candidates toward controller and then CFO. Pursuing your Illinois CPA license early gives a measurable hiring edge, and rotational finance programs at companies like Baxter International or Discover Financial are designed to move high-potential candidates through treasury, FP&A, and accounting before a leadership appointment.
Where can I find and apply to chief financial officer jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to chief financial officer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across industries and metro areas. Search for roles that fit your experience level and the sectors you know best, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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