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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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of client engagement by leading impactful projects, supervising teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive business development and enhance staff capabilities while ensuring hig...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client relationships and team development while executing impactful accounting engagements. Collaborate with diverse professionals to refine your skills and drive success...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$98K - $127K *

Empower financial integrity by leading complex accounting and reporting initiatives. Drive improvements in internal controls and mentor future accounting leaders while ensuring compliance and accuracy...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform financial strategy by partnering with leadership to drive insights, enhance reporting, and lead planning processes. Foster team development and cross-functional collaboration to optimize bus...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Optimize financial strategies by partnering with leadership to drive growth, enhance reporting, and improve decision-making. Lead planning processes and develop the finance team to support organizatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive financial accuracy and efficiency! This role provides essential support for the accounting close process, readying you for advancement to Assistant Controller by lever...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K *

Transform the future of accounting by leading a dynamic team, optimizing financial processes, and ensuring compliance across a diverse real estate portfolio while driving efficiency and scalability in...

4 days ago

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

$140K *

Champion a high-performing accounting team, overseeing financial operations, reporting, and compliance across a diverse real estate portfolio while driving process improvements and fostering professio...

4 days ago

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

$140K *

Lead the charge in transforming accounting operations and financial reporting. Oversee a dynamic team, enhance processes, and ensure compliance across a diverse real estate portfolio while driving eff...

4 days ago

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

$140K *

Shape the future of accounting by leading a dynamic team, optimizing financial processes, and ensuring compliance across a diverse real estate portfolio while driving efficiency and growth...

4 days ago

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

$140K *

Shape your career by leading accounting operations and financial reporting across a diverse real estate portfolio. Drive efficiency, mentor talent, and ensure compliance while optimizing systems and p...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Develop robust accounting practices for investment securities and borrowing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $105K *

Manage core accounting functions, ensure compliance, support audits, and lead a collaborative team focused on financial health and operational integrity while maintaining rigorous standards and accura...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $239K *

Champion technical accounting excellence by guiding complex GAAP research, collaborating with leadership, and enhancing financial reporting practices. Drive impactful analysis and training while overs...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $250K *

Reimagine financial leadership in healthcare by driving strategic initiatives, optimizing revenue, and fostering collaboration across a leading oncology network. Shape the future of clinical excellenc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Manage financial reporting and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Lead a team to enhance processes, support strategic goals, and foster collaboration across departments to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$93K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee fiscal administration, directing budgeting and accounting functions across multiple departments. Shape policies and manage staff to ensure effective financial operations...

2 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing SOX and ICFR workstreams, ensuring high-quality risk assessments, testing, and stakeholder coordination while mentoring junior members and driving timely proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $192K *

Transform the financial landscape by leading a dynamic accounting team, ensuring compliance and excellence in public agency finance. Drive strategic initiatives, manage complex data, and foster profes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead accounting advisory engagements across multiple frameworks. Utilize strong project management skills to deliver exceptional client service while staying current on evolving...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$123K - $136K *

Lead financial oversight and reporting for capital projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance transparency and accountability in capital expenditures, supporting inf...

North York, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$123K - $136K *

Explore a pivotal role overseeing financial reporting and spend controls for capital programs. Ensure transparency and accountability through disciplined financial oversight, supporting informed decis...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$87K - $122K *

Transform city governance by providing independent oversight and enhancing operational efficiency. Leverage your expertise to identify risks, improve internal controls, and ensure compliance, fosterin...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex client portfolios, driving strategic financial transformations, and delivering high-quality accounting solutions while fostering deep client partnerships and ment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Engage in strategic oversight of complex client portfolios, driving financial transformation and delivering high-level guidance to executive teams. Foster client partnerships while leading a collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.