Welcome to CAO Jobs on Ladders

At Ladders, we host various high-paying CAO (Chief Accounting Officer) jobs. As a CAO, you will be responsible for overseeing accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial reports, and complying with regulatory requirements. It's a challenging role that offers a lucrative salary and room for career growth.

What Does a CAO Do?

A CAO oversees an organization's financial operations, ensures compliance with accounting standards and regulations, analyses financial data, and sets financial control systems, amongst a host of other key responsibilities.

Career Prospects

Included in our listings are opportunities for CAOs looking to progress into roles such as CFO (Chief Financial Officer). So, whether you're an experienced CAO or an ambitious financial professional aiming for a high-level role, our jobs board is the perfect place to start your search.

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$90K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to lead audit teams, oversee engagements, ensure quality, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships while providing strategic consulting to enhance internal controls for o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Elevate client audit experiences through strategic supervision and expert guidance. Manage engagements with a team, ensuring timely delivery of quality reports while developing future accounting leade...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Deliver strategic financial guidance and customized solutions, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction. Lead client relationships, drive operational excellence, and identify growth oppor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$185K - $250K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by operationalizing strategy and driving excellence across teams. As a key C-suite member, enhance collaboration, institute accountability, and leverage AI to opt...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading contribution accounting and compliance initiatives, driving analytical insights, and ensuring alignment with donor agreements and financial goals to enhance institutio...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of finance by leading accounting operations and partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and controls. Join us to establish scalable systems and play a crucial role...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $93K *

Unlock your potential as you manage the month-end close process, drive financial reporting, and collaborate cross-functionally to optimize budgeting and strategic initiatives, ensuring accurate insigh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $190K *

Manage end-to-end revenue operations, from billing to cash collection, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP. Drive revenue recognition and partner across teams to enhance systems and processes, contribu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Elevate our AP operations by overseeing full-cycle accounts payable, managing multi-currency transactions, and optimizing systems. Lead a dedicated team while driving process improvements and ensuring...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$350K - $450K *

Develop and execute fundraising strategies/campaigns targeting accredited high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and family offices across the US, Canada, and internationally...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $137K *

Drive financial excellence by overseeing accounting functions for insurance programs, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency while leading a dedicated team focused on continuous imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Lead a remote accounting team, drive process improvements, and optimize financial operations. Deliver insightful financial reporting and ensure compliance while supporting rapid organizational growth...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $250K+*

Lead corporate accounting operations to deliver accurate financial statements, manage M&A integrations, and optimize cash flow. Collaborate with executive teams, oversee external audits, and mentor a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $270K *

Drive operational excellence and strategic direction across diverse university functions, managing complex projects and resources to ensure timely delivery and compliance with institutional standards...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to financial excellence in a dynamic role overseeing project accounting, revenue recognition, and financial reporting, while collaborating with leadership to enhance project performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$193K - $225K *

Optimize financial reporting and technical accounting processes while leading a global team. Serve as the key liaison across corporate functions to enhance compliance and drive business success. Foste...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $145K *

Drive financial reporting excellence as you create impactful reports for senior leadership, streamline processes, and foster a high-performing team culture in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Transform the management accounting landscape by leading a high-performing team, ensuring financial reporting accuracy, and driving operational excellence across global entities while minimizing risk...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Accountant, playing a key role in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance. Collaborate across departments to enhance financial processes and ensure accuracy in ge...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Lead audit engagements within government sectors, ensuring compliance and guiding teams to success. Foster collaboration with stakeholders and drive quality performance in financial reporting and inte...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $250K *

Elevate the financial operations as a strategic leader driving integrity and excellence across accounting functions. Partner with executives to enhance compliance, reporting accuracy, and support grow...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$159K - $227K *

Transform the internal audit function into a strategic partner, driving AI integration, overseeing SOX compliance, and leading high-impact audits while ensuring executive-level collaboration and the d...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in enhancing financial performance and strategic decision-making as a key finance leader responsible for the full financial function, driving efficiency and scalability in a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Advance operational efficiency and compliance in Liquidity Regulatory Reporting by leveraging automation and technology to optimize processes, enhance reporting accuracy, and maintain key stakeholder...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead the optimization of Liquidity Regulatory Reporting through technology, overseeing regulatory compliance and enhancing efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the qualifications for a CAO job?question toggle

    Qualifications typically include a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, several years of management experience, and strong knowledge of accounting regulation and principles. Some companies may also require a CPA or similar certification.

  • What is the salary range for CAO jobs?question toggle

    The salary range for CAO jobs can vary significantly based on the company, location, and the candidate's level of experience. However, CAO jobs posted on Ladders are expected to pay $100,000 or more.

  • What are the responsibilities of a CAO?question toggle

    A CAO is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's financial operations, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations, analyzing financial data, and setting up control systems.

  • What is the career progression after CAO?question toggle

    Many CAOs can progress to the position of CFO (Chief Financial Officer) or even CEO (Chief Executive Officer), especially in finance-focused companies. The progression depends largely on the performance and strategic capabilities of the individual.