Financial Officer Jobs in Illinois

Financial Officer jobs in Illinois are concentrated in corporate finance, healthcare administration, and financial services, with demand at every level from junior financial analyst to chief financial officer. Chicago anchors the market as one of the most active hiring metros in the Midwest, with additional volume in Naperville and Aurora, where large corporate campuses are based. Established employers such as Allstate, Caterpillar, and Rush University Medical Center maintain ongoing financial officer hiring across treasury, reporting, and compliance functions. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24
Top employerFehr Graham
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring9
Work type60% Hybrid
Top credentialMaster's degree in business administration

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Advanced Business Solutions
Sterling, Illinois
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Operations
Procurement & Purchasing
$210k - $260k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration
51-200

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Chief Financial Officer
Fehr Graham
Aurora, Illinois
Audit
Business Analysis
Compliance & Risk
$180k - $230k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
201-500

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Fehr Graham
Rockford, Illinois
Accounting
Business Operations
Project Management
$180k - $230k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree in business administration
201-500

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Chief Financial Officer
SERENITY HOME HEALTH CARE
Niles, Illinois
Product Management
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
$135k - $200k/yr
Master's degree in business administration

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Chief Financial Officer ,North America
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Chief Financial Officer ,North America
CRYPTO.com
Chicago, Illinois
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
ML (Machine Learning)
$300k - $400k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
51-200

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Financial Officer Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
16 jobs
Niles
1 job
Aurora
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Urbana
1 job
Rockford
1 job
Sterling
1 job
Maryville
1 job
Northbrook
1 job

Financial Officer Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Fehr Graham2 open roles
CRYPTO1 open role
Arenacfo1 open role

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in financial officer jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business administration required
  • CPA license issued or recognized by the Illinois Board of Examiners strongly preferred
  • Five or more years of progressive financial management experience in a relevant industry
  • Demonstrated proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday
  • Experience preparing GAAP-compliant financial statements and managing audits
  • Strong knowledge of Illinois regulatory reporting requirements and corporate tax filings

Financial Officer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a financial officer in Illinois?

Most financial officer roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field, followed by several years of progressive experience in financial analysis or accounting. Many employers in Illinois prefer or require candidates who hold or are pursuing CPA licensure through the Illinois Board of Examiners of Accountants. An MBA or CFA designation strengthens candidacy for senior roles, particularly in Chicago's competitive corporate and financial services sectors.

Which companies hire financial officers in Illinois?

Employers hiring financial officers in Illinois right now include Fehr Graham, CRYPTO, and Arenacfo, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense mix of Fortune 500 headquarters, major hospital systems, and regional manufacturers means financial officer openings appear consistently across multiple industries throughout the year.

Which Illinois cities have the most financial officer jobs?

The Illinois cities with the most financial officer openings are Chicago, Niles, and Aurora. Chicago drives the largest share given its concentration of corporate headquarters, banking institutions, and healthcare networks, while suburban markets like Naperville reflect the large employer campuses and regional offices that have made the Chicago collar counties a secondary hiring hub in their own right.

Are there remote financial officer jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than many finance roles, since financial officers handle analytical and reporting work that translates well to remote environments. About 70% of financial officer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader flexibility across the industry. Strategic planning, financial modeling, and reporting functions tend to be the most remote-compatible, while roles involving direct oversight of accounting staff or on-site operations lean toward hybrid arrangements.

How can I get hired as a financial officer in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is landing a financial analyst or staff accountant role at a large Illinois employer and building toward a financial officer title from within. Major Illinois institutions such as Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and large Chicago-area manufacturers regularly hire for rotational finance programs and entry-level analyst positions that feed into officer-track roles. Completing a CPA exam section or earning a CFA Level I designation while in an entry role signals seriousness and accelerates promotion timelines in the Illinois market.

Where can I find and apply to financial officer jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to financial officer jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across Chicago, Naperville, and other Illinois markets. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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