Overview

What’s involved

A Chief Financial Officer oversees and manages the financial governance for a seafood industry or recreational fishing business, they formulate budgets, and provide financial reporting expertise. 

How do they spend their day?

A chief financial officer works from an office to complete tasks such as:

  • Attending meetings
  • Financial planning and forecasting
  • Data analysis
  • Financial reporting
  • Internal auditing
  • Financial record management

Occupation Insights

Average salary
$100,000 - $150,000 per year
Skills you will use
Accounting governance
Field work
Financial forecasting
Risk assessment
Strategic planning
Using computers and software
Hardware and software
Business governance
Leadership

Bachelor of Accounting or Master of Business (Accounting)

A degree in accounting or a related field is required. Membership in a recognised professional association, such as the Certified Practising Accountant certificate (CPA) , may be beneficial.

Financial forecasting, Risk assessment, Using computers and accounting software, Business governance and reporting, Strategic and operational planning, Budget formulation.

Integrity, leadership, ability to work under pressure, responsible and organised

Courses and Training

The seafood industry offers continuous learning experiences that can enhance your knowledge and skills.

Bachelor of Accounting
4 years

This qualification will give you the theory, practice and knowledge to manage the accounting and financial reporting