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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$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial integrity and compliance. In this role, you'll manage accounting operations, oversee payroll, and collaborate with leadership to enhance financial performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Empower our financial operations by leading accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance decision-making and optimize systems, while mentoring a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join us in a hands-on leadership role to enhance our accounts payable operations. You'll drive process improvements, support system integrations, and ensure timely vendor payments, all while collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining client accounting in real estate. Lead a dynamic group, drive innovative solutions, and enhance client relationships while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality financ...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as you maintain and optimize accounting records for investment funds, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely reporting while collaborating with diverse teams to support financia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and enhance internal audit operations, guiding audits that promote transparency and accountability. Collaborate with leadership to shape strategic direction and ensure...

3 days ago

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

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in enhancing governance and accountability through strategic oversight of internal audit operations, mentoring staff, and conducting comprehensive audits that align with county objecti...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

CloudHQ is seeking two Senior Accountants to join their Corporate Development Accounting team. The role involves preparing financial statements, performing account reconciliations, and collaborating w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Champion financial accuracy and reporting in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams across the organization to ensure timely preparation of financial statements and manage inter-company transac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Oversee multiple internal control audit engagements, manage project budgets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Lead training and development efforts while driving process improvements and d...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career by managing multiple internal control audits, leading teams, and driving process improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional client service while champio...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$290K - $380K *

Join a team that's driving the adoption of safe AI within nonprofit sectors. Use your sales expertise to secure partnerships, educate stakeholders, and amplify social impact through innovative AI solu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$290K - $380K *

Transform the nonprofit landscape by securing partnerships to deploy safe AI. Utilize your consultative sales skills to drive revenue growth and make a meaningful impact, working closely with nonprofi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading revenue cycle functions, enhancing efficiency from scheduling to payment collection. Drive performance, compliance, and team success while optimizing processes...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in manufacturing accounting. Lead inventory management, cost allocations, and month-end close while collaborating across departments to enhance financial visibili...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $110K *

Elevate financial reporting standards by preparing SEC filings and consolidated statements. Collaborate across teams to enhance processes and ensure compliance with US GAAP in a dynamic, fast-paced en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Oversee and elevate fund accounting and operations while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance across di...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Join a mission-driven finance team as a Staff Accountant, supporting month-end close, managing accounts receivable, and enhancing financial processes. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals eager to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform the financial landscape of the organization by providing strategic oversight, ensuring compliance, and fostering operational efficiency to drive growth and sustainability for long-term succe...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$210K - $250K *

Inspire organizational excellence as you lead strategic initiatives, drive operational success, and foster client relationships. Collaborate with the Board to enhance healthcare services and ensure su...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a team of actuaries to deliver insights, develop strategies, and enhance profitability for the P&C Programs Insurance Business Unit through innovative analysis and tool bui...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering actuarial insights and strategies for P&C Programs. Manage a team to optimize profitability through advanced analytics, tool building, and collaboration with business uni...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Transform actuarial insights into actionable strategies, leading a team to enhance profitability and drive innovation in P&C Programs. Collaborate with business units to monitor performance and develo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Drive actuarial excellence by leading a team to deliver insights, enhance pricing strategies, and monitor business health in a dynamic P&C insurance environment. Collaborate with analytics to innovate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Lead a team of actuaries to deliver insights and strategies for P&C Programs, enhancing profitability through innovative tool building and collaboration with analytics teams to drive informed business...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.