Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-12-15 02:35Group 1 - The average annual salary for CFOs in Hong Kong is 1.602 million RMB, while in mainland China it is 857,600 RMB, indicating that Hong Kong CFOs earn approximately 1.6 to 1.9 times more than their mainland counterparts [1][2] - In Hong Kong, 5.34% of CFOs earn over 5 million RMB annually, while nearly a quarter of mainland CFOs earn over 1 million RMB [1] - The salary structure in both markets shows a "high middle + high salary tail" pattern, with top-tier CFOs in leading companies earning several million or even tens of millions [1] Group 2 - Individual characteristics significantly influence CFO salaries, with male CFOs earning more than female CFOs in both markets, although top female CFOs demonstrate competitive salaries [1][2] - The age group of 40-55 years is the primary demographic for CFOs, with salaries increasing with age and experience; in Hong Kong, CFOs over 60 earn an average of 2.4563 million RMB [1][2] - Educational background and overseas experience are also linked to salary levels, with PhD CFOs in mainland China earning an average of 1.3004 million RMB, and those with overseas experience earning 556,000 RMB more than their counterparts without [1][2] Group 3 - Industry and company characteristics are key factors affecting CFO salaries; in Hong Kong, the "new economy + domestic demand" sectors (TMT, consumer, healthcare) lead in salary levels, with a median of around 1.2 million RMB [2] - In mainland China, the financial and real estate sectors offer the highest average salaries at 1.2241 million RMB, followed by healthcare and high-tech industries [2] - Company size and profitability are directly correlated with CFO salaries; companies with higher ROE see significant salary premiums, with CFOs in firms with ROE over 20% earning an average of 1.605 million RMB [2] Group 4 - The average salary for CFOs in AH-listed companies is 3.05 million RMB, reflecting a 15% increase from 2023, with leading companies showing a "high base + double-digit growth" trend [2] - The overall salary growth is expected to moderate, but the premium for top-tier CFOs and structural differentiation will continue; salary structures are shifting towards long-term incentives linked to ROE and cash flow [2] - The increasing importance of digital and AI capabilities is becoming a significant source of salary premiums, with the CFO role evolving into a strategic leader [2]