Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) Jobs

Explore Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. CAOs lead an organization’s accounting function, oversee reliable financial reporting, and help ensure that accounting practices meet regulatory and business requirements. Browse senior-level openings across industries and discover roles aligned with your leadership experience.

What Does a Chief Accounting Officer Do?

A CAO is a senior finance executive responsible for the integrity and effectiveness of an organization’s accounting operations. Typical responsibilities include directing financial close and reporting, maintaining accounting policies, overseeing internal controls, and coordinating audits. Depending on the company, the CAO may report to the CFO, work closely with the CEO and board, and lead teams across corporate accounting, technical accounting, and financial operations.

Skills and Experience for CAO Roles

Employers commonly seek extensive accounting leadership experience, strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and regulatory requirements, and a record of building effective teams. Strategic judgment, communication, risk management, and the ability to improve processes are also valuable. Many CAO roles prefer a CPA or other relevant professional credential, though requirements vary by employer and position.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Chief Accounting Officers work in a range of sectors, including financial services, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and publicly traded companies. The scope of the role can vary with an organization’s size, structure, and reporting obligations. Use Ladders to explore CAO openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and opportunities to lead at the executive level.

Find Chief Accounting Officer Jobs on Ladders

Search vetted Chief Accounting Officer jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders. Review current listings, identify roles that match your expertise, and take the next step in your executive accounting career.

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$100K - $120K *

Transform global operations as an Internal Audit Manager, driving financial and compliance audits. Collaborate with teams worldwide, ensuring robust controls and process improvements while thriving in...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow and innovate the partner ecosystem in the Central US by building and executing strategic channel plans, fostering relationships, and driving revenue through effective partnerships in the dynamic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you own the financial performance of a dynamic business unit, driving strategic decisions and enhancing visibility to shape impactful processes and outcomes. Join a hands-on l...

Morrisville, NCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion efficiency in the revenue cycle as you lead a dedicated billing team. Drive performance improvements, oversee compliance, and identify revenue opportunities while cultivating a culture of exc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform financial operations by overseeing compliance, vendor management, and strategic financial planning. Lead a team to ensure sound fiscal practices and support organizational growth in a dynami...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Drive growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts, navigating complex sales cycles, and building consensus among security-focused buying committees to secure multi-year contracts in a competitive...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $247K *

Shape the future of revenue operations by leading change management and communication strategies. Collaborate with executives and field teams to ensure clarity on priorities, driving actionable insigh...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming finance operations through strategic planning and execution. Build and scale the finance function for a high-growth startup, ensuring resources align with growth initia...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $116K *

Transform financial operations by providing complex accounting services, ensuring compliance with GAAP and GASB standards, and supporting budgeting processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance fiscal...

Seattle, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $150K *

Transform financial operations by leading month-end close, mentoring staff, and enhancing accounting processes in a dynamic CPG and e-commerce environment. Drive accuracy and compliance while supporti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$58K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of finance and strategy, driving cost accounting excellence and profitability analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting a...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for a major program, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

Drive financial excellence by leading accounting and reporting activities, ensuring accurate multi-entity consolidation, and supporting audit processes in a dynamic, global environment. Collaborate wi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $110K *

Join a dynamic finance team to optimize financial reporting and consolidation processes. Lead month-end close, manage intercompany accounting, and support audit activities while driving process improv...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$133K - $262K *

Engage with clients and lead projects through all phases to achieve project goals while enhancing methodologies and tools tailored for the government contracting industry. Drive business development a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Manage financial operations and reporting for a dynamic infrastructure investment platform. Oversee treasury, accounting, and compliance while collaborating with global teams to ensure financial integ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $109K *

Lead the charge in maintaining financial integrity by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance with nonprofit standards, and managing audits. Collaborate with finance leadership to produc...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$66K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading balance sheet reconciliation governance and quality assurance. Manage resources, enhance financial accuracy, and drive finance transformation initiatives while collaboratin...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $218K *

Architect innovative market access strategies to enhance U.S. reimbursement for cutting-edge healthcare solutions. Collaborate across functions to drive payer engagement, coding, and coverage initiati...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth by leading SOX and MAR compliance programs, overseeing consultants, and implementing a scalable control environment. Drive governance and quality oversight while collaborating with inte...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower financial strategies by analyzing investments and tax approaches. Collaborate with leaders to optimize asset performance and drive informed decision-making through comprehensive financial insi...

Orlando, FLRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$132K - $237K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement global security compliance frameworks, driving enterprise-wide initiatives and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across complex cloud environmen...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Explore advanced revenue analysis and month-end controls to ensure accurate invoicing and financial reporting. Collaborate across functions to resolve discrepancies, mentor junior analysts, and drive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $174K *

Champion the financial integrity of the organization by leading the Finance department, ensuring compliance, and guiding strategic financial decisions to support operational excellence and risk manage...

Indianapolis, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$91K - $163K *

Lead the charge in managing Time, Labor, and Travel & Expense functions, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, drive analytics, and support strat...

La Crosse, WIRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Chief Accounting Officer?question toggle

    A Chief Accounting Officer is a senior executive who leads an organization’s accounting function and oversees financial reporting, accounting policies, controls, and related processes.

  • What does a Chief Accounting Officer do?question toggle

    Responsibilities often include managing financial close and reporting, maintaining accounting standards and policies, overseeing internal controls and audits, and leading accounting teams. The role’s scope varies by organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Chief Accounting Officer jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial accounting and leadership experience, expertise in financial reporting and compliance, and strong communication and strategic skills. A CPA or similar credential may be preferred, depending on the role.

  • How much do Chief Accounting Officer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as employer, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Chief Accounting Officer jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Chief Accounting Officer openings on Ladders and review listings to find roles that fit your experience, qualifications, and career goals.