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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$95K - $125K *

Drive professional growth by mastering payroll and accounting across multiple countries. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate on scalable processes while ensuring compliance and accura...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving accurate financial reporting and system improvements. This role entails month-end close support, payroll accounting, intercompany reconciliations, and collaboration across m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial accuracy by overseeing all accounting records, financial reporting, and internal controls. Lead the month-end close process while partnering with leadership to drive info...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Drive strategic growth by establishing repeatable systems and processes to scale revenue from $80M to $100M+ through both organic and inorganic means while leading a high-performing team in the federa...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by overseeing daily accounting operations in a multi-entity retail environment. Drive process improvements, support financial reporting, and lead a dynamic team while ensuring comp...

4 days ago

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

$103K - $126K *

Partner with us to perform advanced governmental accounting, overseeing critical processes and supporting financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting for diverse projects, while leading a team and en...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead financial governance and performance, ensuring integrity in reporting, budgeting, and operations. Partner with teams to drive results and foster a culture of continuous improvement whi...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $253K *

Transform financial integration by leading controllership activities within a complex M&A environment. Collaborate across teams and senior leadership, ensuring effective governance and execution of fi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $285K *

Shape the future of financial strategy by leading FP&A initiatives, partnering with cross-functional teams, and driving innovative solutions to optimize resource allocation and long-term planning for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $149K *

Grow your career with a strategic role that drives new business, enhances partnerships, and manages complex sales processes. You'll engage with enterprise accounts, leveraging your expertise to achiev...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Empower financial integrity and compliance by overseeing reporting, SOX, and cash management. Lead a dedicated team, enhance processes, and collaborate across departments to drive excellence at the fa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Transform healthcare finance by maximizing profitability and guiding strategic improvements. Lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with regulations, and enhance operational performance at a vital med...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $157K *

Optimize GL accounting operations by providing accurate reporting and analysis, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards while driving process impro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading the accounts payable function, optimizing processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Empower strategic financial leadership by guiding capital planning and regulatory reporting, while delivering actionable insights to executive teams and the Board. Drive the oversight of diverse enter...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovation by leading the adoption of agentic AI across product and engineering teams, establishing architecture, governance, and delivery lifecycles. Drive enterprise-scale solutions with a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of financial reporting by overseeing the accounting process, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and managing internal controls while providing critical insights to senior management and e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K *

Engage in transformative financial leadership as CFO, guiding strategic initiatives to enhance nonprofit financial management and operational effectiveness, ensuring fiscal responsibility while promot...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of financial reporting and compliance, directing junior staff in producing timely and accurate reports for internal and regulatory purposes. Collaborate across Finance to ensure data in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing and directing accounting operations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting for internal and external stakeholders while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Optimize financial performance by leading accounting functions, driving process enhancements, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with leadership to support strategic decision-making while maintainin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $185K *

Shape the future of audit and accounting by creating insightful content, managing expert relations, and leveraging AI technologies to enhance advisory services. Join a cutting-edge team dedicated to e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $185K *

Unlock advisory excellence by creating valuable audit content and insights. Drive industry innovation with AI technologies while collaborating with experts to enhance client success and comply with ev...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $185K *

Elevate advisory services by creating valuable content, monitoring accounting developments, and collaborating with experts. Join an elite team to shape the future of auditing and consulting with innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate financial performance and operational efficiency by overseeing revenue cycle management and implementing cost-control strategies to enhance profitability and sustainability in a fast-paced...

2 days ago

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

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.