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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$80K - $95K *
Transform your accounting career by managing critical operations for both government contracting and a burgeoning SaaS product line, leading month-end closes, and collaborating across teams to ensure...
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$90K - $110K *
Elevate your career by owning key aspects of month-end close while optimizing AI-driven accounting operations. Collaborate with finance teams to enhance processes and support financial reporting in a...
4 days ago
Manager, Finance Analytics Engineering & Automation
$139K - $151K *
Lead Finance analytics engineering and automation, transforming requirements into scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data usability, reliability, and decision...
1 week ago
Senior Accountant - General Ledger
$90K - $110K *
Elevate financial accuracy by owning month-end close processes, supporting audits, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with US GAAP while driving contin...
3 weeks ago
Financial Institutions Internal Audit & Controls Manager
$107K - $212K *
Transform client risk management by leading internal audits and controls. Collaborate with executives to enhance operational efficiency and compliance, while fostering a dynamic team environment that...
1 week ago
Senior Financial and Budget Analyst (Remote)
$120K - $130K *
Elevate financial management and strategic planning efforts by providing expert analysis, guidance, and support for budget formulation and execution within a dynamic team focused on mission delivery f...
1 week ago
Actuarial AI Transformation Consulting Director
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Drive innovation in actuarial functions by leveraging AI and advanced analytics. Lead high-impact initiatives that transform insights into actionable business strategies, enhancing decision-making and...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead and enhance day-to-day accounting operations, focusing on accounts payable, receivable, and cash management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, timely transactions while...
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Join a dynamic team as a Senior Data Architect, where you'll shape enterprise data architecture, drive data lifecycle strategies, and ensure governance while collaborating with engineering teams to en...
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Senior Account & Relationship Executive
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Drive strategic account management by cultivating relationships, executing renewal strategies, and identifying growth opportunities within a diverse portfolio of enterprise clients. Collaborate cross...
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Senior Manager, Financial Close Management
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Drive strategic transformation by leading Record-to-Report functions, enhancing service quality, and implementing best practices across Financial Systems Consulting to achieve world-class operational...
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Join a team that leads enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to improve business performance and drive strategic financial outcomes, while managing a dedicat...
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Transform tax compliance by preparing and reviewing U.S. and international tax filings. Collaborate with external providers to ensure accuracy across jurisdictions while supporting audit requests and...
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Head of Compliance Governance and CMS Oversight, PayPal Bank
$123K - $183K *
Drive the establishment of a robust Compliance Management System, overseeing governance and compliance processes for a new Industrial Loan Company. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure re...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Lead the global Accounting and Treasury function, driving financial systems, reporting, and IPO readiness while building a scalable team to support international growth and operational complexity...
3 days ago
Accounting Manager - Tech/SaaS
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's focused on delivering exceptional accounting services to diverse clients. Drive operational improvements, manage multi-client relationships, and lead a talented team to achieve fina...
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Lead Accountant - Investment Reporting
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Join a dynamic team as you lead investment accounting and reporting efforts, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate across departments to enhance financial processes and drive improvements in a...
2 weeks ago
Client Onboarding Manager (Finance & Accounting Outsourcing)
$101K - $192K *
Oversee the onboarding of new clients for outsourced accounting services, managing relationships and leading teams to ensure timely financial reporting and exceptional service delivery while driving p...
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Associate or Full Professor in Accounting and Academic Program Director
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Join a team that shapes the future of accounting education by overseeing program operations, curriculum development, and student engagement. Collaborate with faculty and administration to ensure progr...
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Member of Accounting Staff (Remote)
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Join a team that's redefining the tax industry by driving firm success through innovative onboarding and technical expertise. You'll engage directly with clients, ensuring they thrive with our cutting...
1 week ago
Accounting Manager – Financial Systems & Controls
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in enhancing financial systems and controls, bridging Accounting, Finance, and IT. Drive improvements in data integrity, reporting, and automation while collaborating across teams to s...
1 week ago
Account Manager - Finance and Accounting
$110K - $130K *
Grow your career by building and cultivating strong client relationships while driving innovative solutions in the Finance and Accounting domain, collaborating with top talent to achieve lasting succe...
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Drive financial accuracy and compliance as a Senior Accountant. Lead month-end close, maintain internal controls, and support auditors while refining processes. Ideal for proactive self-starters seeki...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Accountant, Consolidations
$80K - $90K *
Join a team that's dedicated to financial integrity while enabling global access to safe water. As a key player in consolidated reporting, you will enhance organizational clarity and support impactful...
Reposted 5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of payroll and equity accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead process improvements while maintaining documenta...
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What is a Chief Accounting Officer?
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?
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?
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?
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?
You can browse Chief Accounting Officer openings on Ladders and review listings to find roles that fit your experience, qualifications, and career goals.