How much does a CFO earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for CFO in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 88,000 to GBP 121,250 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 2,448 job listings

Salary Guide

CFO Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 2,448 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£88,000 - £121,250

Median salary

£88,000 - £121,250

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£47k

25th percentile£59k

Median£88k

75th percentile£121k

90th percentile£139k

50% of professionals earn between £58,750 - £121,250 GBP

The median salary is £88,000

Top cities

London1,309 job openings

Manchester58 job openings

Milton Keynes55 job openings

West Midlands39 job openings

Birmingham36 job openings

Glasgow35 job openings

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CFO

2,448 job openings

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The average salary for a CFO in United Kingdom is GBP 88,000 - GBP 121,250 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 104,625 per year, based on 2,448 active job listings.

The cities with the most CFO job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, West Midlands, Birmingham. London leads with 1,309 job openings.

Explore 2,448 CFO job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.