Become a Certified Finance Operations Manager
As a CFOM credential holder, your specialist skill set will stand you out from the crowd and position you as a leader in the field of Finance Operations
About the CFOM Credential
The CFOM — Certified Finance Operations Manager — is a globally respected professional credential designed for professionals seeking to lead and optimize finance operations.
Whether you’re overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, or full-cycle financial operations, the CFOM equips you with the tools, frameworks, and leadership insight to drive performance, reduce risk, and enable strategic decision-making
Developed by The Institute of Financial Operations and Leadership (the global professional body for Finance Operations professionals) in partnership with over 40 Finance Leaders, Subject Matter Experts, Researchers and Practitioners, this program provides an unrivalled education in strategic finance management.
You’ll work through real-world scenarios encouraging you to consider important decisions when structuring, managing and taking ownership of a finance function.
Why Get Certified as a Finance Operations Manager?
Accelerate your career, lead with confidence, and gain industry credibility.
92% of CFOM’s report improved job performance
3x more likely to advance within a finance leadership role within 12 months
16% average salary increase after certification
1,000+ employers choose CFOM for developing their finance leaders globally
Advance your career
Stand out in the job market and position yourself for promotions.
Lead with Confidence
Build the operational and leadership skills top employers demand.
Gain Practical Skills
Learn through real-world projects, not just theory.
Join a Professional Network
Connect with mentors, peers, and industry leaders.
What CFOM’s are saying
“I went from Senior AP Manager to Head of Finance Operations in 6 months — this program gave me the tools, language, and confidence to lead.”
Antoinette Lachere
“I always knew I had the skills, but this certification helped me prove it to leadership — and now I manage a team of twelve.”
Marcus G.
“Being able to say I’m a certified Finance Operations Manager made recruiters pay attention. It gave me an edge.”
Claire D.
Ready to become a Certified Finance Operations Manager?
The first step is submitting your online application to enroll. It shouldn’t take more than a couple of minutes to complete the application form.
Get the CFOM certification guide
Download the comprehensive CFOM certification Guide, which includes information about the course, sitting for the exam, earning the certification, and using the designation to further your career in finance.
Course overview
CFOM curriculum at a glance
The certification covers the full scope of finance operations — from strategic planning and automation to reporting, leadership, and continuous improvement. Here’s a preview of what you’ll master.
Core course module
– Cross Functional Working and Business Partnering
– Business, Technology and Finance Strategy
– Budgetary and Treasury Management
– Data Reporting and Analytics
– Continuous Improvement, Risk Management and Governance
– Transformation, Projects and Change Management
– Leadership, Management and People Development
Practical and highly respected
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Preparing for the exam
Sit the CFOM exam online within the IFOL Certification Academy. The exam comprises 100 multiple choice questions which set the professional standard of excellence for managing finance operations.
Prepare for the exam with access to the online Finance Operations Manager course and study materials. The study platform provides all of the materials and learning resources you need to achieve the CFOM credential, including recorded training, E-workbooks, practical assessments and our exam practice tool.
Where to start with the CFOM
Explore the CFOM study programme and exam in more detail and uncover why becoming a CFOM is the best step for advancing your career in the world of finance operations
Preparing for the exam
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If you meet one of the enrollment criteria below, you can apply to enroll in the CFOM programme today.
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