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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$250K - $300K *

Champion the integrity of financial reporting and accounting functions, overseeing compliance, cost controls, and technical accounting. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$103K - $202K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of campus accounting by overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading a dedicated staff to enhance financial reporting and internal...

3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $181K *

Shape the future of financial reporting by leading a dynamic team to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial data management and regulatory reporting within a robust control framework...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading finance operations at a high-growth pet products brand. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee team dynamics, and ensure robust financial management. Collaborate directly wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $150K *

Champion excellence in accounting by leading a dynamic team, developing policies, and ensuring compliance with evolving standards. Drive quality financial reporting and foster a culture of continuous...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $122K *

Drive financial reporting excellence by designing and maintaining Workday reports, dashboards, and templates. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and ensure compliance while managing quarterly...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $111K *

Contribute to the monthly close process by leading a team of accounting professionals, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and enhancing internal controls for efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Partner with us to lead financial transformation and strategy for two growing companies. Drive process improvements, implement financial systems, and manage multi-country operations while building a h...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Transform financial reporting by leading a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and implementing robust accounting policies. Drive excellence in financial statements and audits while f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic finance leader to drive growth and governance across the USA. Engage with executive management, oversee financial operations, and lead strategic initiatives that enhance profitability...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$175K - $210K *

Lead financial strategy and operations, partnering with executives to drive growth, enhance profitability, and ensure compliance. Shape the future of our organization through strategic financial leade...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in financial strategy and operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting while driving revenue cycle efficiency. Collaborate with senior leadership to achieve operational an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in optimizing financial reporting and governance practices, ensuring compliance with IFRS. Develop a high-performing team to manage audit coordination, technical accounting, and financ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leading HR, credit, and accounting functions across multiple locations. Drive efficiency and compliance while preparing for future leadership opportunities as the com...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $122K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic accounting team, managing full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with fin...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the financial operations of a psychiatric hospital, enhancing profitability and optimizing revenue through strategic oversight of financial performance and accounting practices, while managing co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$200K - $240K *

Manage end-to-end financial reporting for international insurance operations, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. Collaborate with local teams and corporate stakeholders to enhance reporting quality a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $210K *

Join us to lead the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective controls while driving improvements in processes and scalability across a complex, multi-entity organizatio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join an innovative team to shape the future of financial operations, providing strategic leadership and insights for effective budgeting and compliance while fostering operational excellence across di...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive excellence in global financial operations, ensuring compliance, reporting accuracy, and leading a high-performing team across multiple regions. Play a pivotal role in enhancing financial process...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Manage global accounting and financial reporting, ensuring integrity and compliance. Lead a diverse team to optimize processes and enhance systems. Partner across functions to support financial perfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$204K - $216K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compliance operations and financial oversight for multi-billion-dollar loan and grant programs, ensuring sound accounting practices and providing expert guidance to senior...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$204K - $216K *

Drive compliance operations and establish robust accounting policies for loan and grant programs, ensuring financial integrity and expert oversight of a multi-billion-dollar portfolio while advising s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading audit and tax engagements, ensuring quality service delivery while fostering client relationships and driving operational improvements. Join a dynamic team focused on pr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Engage in establishing and enhancing internal audit and compliance processes. Lead audits, assess risks, and ensure adherence to regulations while collaborating with management and external auditors t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.