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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$85K - $100K *

Empower the financial integrity of our projects by managing accounting processes, supporting month-end closes, and enhancing internal controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accura...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$128K - $192K *

The Workday Financials Senior Principal Consultant, Record to Report is a seasoned professional responsible for leading the Financials workstream and ensuring operational efficiency in Workday Financi...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming digital strategies and IT governance while enhancing innovation, security, and collaboration across academic and administrative domains to strengthen organizational eff...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$72K - $92K *

Reimagine project accounting by managing financial activities for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, accuracy, and strategic forecasting while driving effe...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Optimize the audit process by leading audit engagements from planning to delivery, coaching teams, managing budgets, and building strong client relationships while enhancing audit practices and foster...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading audit projects, enhancing team performance, and nurturing client relationships. Oversee audit processes, develop team members, and ensure compliance to deliver exceptional...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Reimagine the audit landscape as you lead teams and engage clients, driving efficiency and excellence across multiple projects while enhancing processes and fostering talent development in a collabora...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive audits from planning to execution. Cultivate strong client relationships while developing and mentoring your team for success. Drive improvement initiatives a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Shape the future of audit excellence by leading complex engagements, mentoring teams, and enhancing client relationships. Drive operational improvements while upholding the highest standards of servic...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $190K *

Shape the future of accounting operations by leading the monthly close, overseeing compliance, and enhancing internal controls in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$109K - $146K *

Join a team that's shaping the financial future through strategic analytics and modeling. You'll collaborate with leaders to drive decision-making that fosters growth, ensuring financial insights alig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $109K *

Unlock potential by leading financial planning, budgeting, and reporting in a dynamic SaaS environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive insights and improve decision-making through da...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $120K *

Optimize financial accuracy and efficiency in our lively animation studio by taking ownership of key accounting tasks, month-end close, and billing processes as part of a dynamic team dedicated to cre...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $140K *

Empower clients to optimize opportunities by managing comprehensive accounting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and leading a dynamic team in a forward-thinking environment. Drive financial a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial analysis and planning. In this hands-on managerial role, you'll drive budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics while supporting strategic inve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of finance by ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, performing complex reconciliations, and supporting audits. Join a dynamic team where your strong analytical skills and accounti...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing student experiences by overseeing student accounts management, billing, collections, and regulatory compliance while ensuring efficient operations and excepti...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Optimize financial strategies by overseeing month-end close, budget, and compliance processes. Lead erf integration and manage a dynamic accounting team. Contribute to decision-making in an internatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $175K *

Transform operations by overseeing workflows and driving execution across multiple offices while fostering accountability and continuous improvement in a hands-on role that supports leadership priorit...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $90K *

Elevate your career by managing corporate accounting functions, ensuring compliance with GAAP, preparing financial statements, and supporting management with insightful analysis and reporting. Play a...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Oversee full revenue and billing cycles while managing general accounting functions, including month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting in a complex, multi-funder environment. Collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional audit services to not-for-profit organizations. Lead audit engagements, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP while fostering strong...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Empower the non-profit sector as a Senior Audit Associate, managing audit engagements, leading teams, and fostering client relationships, while ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality services...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $129K *

Lead and elevate audit engagements across operations, compliance, and products. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement actionable improvements, ensure governance effectiveness, and foster an envir...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $129K *

Manage audit engagements, lead a team, and enhance governance standards to mitigate risks and improve efficiency. Drive collaboration across functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and best pr...

5 days 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.