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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$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial leadership, ensuring compliance and sustainable operations while collaborating with executive teams to drive organizational growth and effective resource managem...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead strategic financial initiatives, ensuring compliance and stewardship while collaborating with executive leadership to drive sustainable operations and growth in a dynamic healthcare environment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive financial strategy and operations as a key partner to leadership, ensuring growth and profitability through effective management of accounting, reporting, budgeting, and compliance while fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic accounting team to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and drive automation in a fast-paced, acquisition-focused environment. Shape the future of financial...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $108K *

Join us to lead complex accounting activities, ensuring financial integrity and compliance while driving process improvements and automation initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading financial strategy, compliance, and operations. Oversee budgeting, reporting, and audits while guiding executive leadership and board committees to ensure organizational su...

2 weeks ago

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

$104K - $215K *

Join our dynamic Finance Controllership team to lead complex financial operations, drive strategic initiatives, and provide expert advisory services. Collaborate across functions to enhance processes...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading financial accounting and reporting for a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in NAV calculations, financial statements, and compliance, while drivi...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Empower financial excellence by leading accounting operations, managing teams, and ensuring compliance. Drive strategic budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to support organizational goals while fost...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize financial reporting and internal controls by executing reconciliations, managing payments, and preparing variance reports. Collaborate with international teams to ensure accuracy and efficien...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead and optimize accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Mentor a high-performing team while driving strategic financial planning and analysis to support organiza...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the internal audit function by developing strategies that enhance risk management, governance, and controls. Collaborate with executive leaders and the Audit Committee to influence decision-makin...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $130K *

Transform financial reporting and consolidation processes by leading month-end close, managing intercompany accounting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS/US GAAP. Collaborate with teams to deliver acc...

Washington DC, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $130K *

Lead the centralized accounting and consolidation function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Oversee month-end close processes, intercompany transactions, and management reporting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...

Mishawaka, INRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $200K *

Help us shape the future of public finance by leading consulting projects for local governments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance community goals through strategic financial planning and proj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$97K - $173K *

Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing public sector finance. Lead projects, mentor staff, and collaborate with diverse professionals to support local governments in achieving their financial goal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the General Accounting Unit, ensuring compliance and data integrity while managing complex financial operations and guiding a team of professionals in a dynamic environm...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape financial strategies and oversee budgeting, accounting, and compliance. Lead a team to ensure effective financial operations, reporting, and risk management while aligning with agency goals and...

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

$107K - $159K *

Transform organizational communication and engagement strategies to enhance Finance effectiveness, support leadership initiatives, and drive successful change management across the Global Finance orga...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $159K *

Engage in strategic communication and change management to enhance Finance effectiveness. Collaborate with leadership to coordinate initiatives, support organizational engagement, and ensure clear mes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, owning budgets and forecasts while collaborating with executives. Utilize AI tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency in modeling and reporting, dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion core accounting operations, leading the close cycle and ensuring timely US GAAP reporting. Drive process improvements and collaborate with finance teams while managing a team of Accounting Ma...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$119K - $150K *

Oversee financial record keeping and reporting while leading an accomplished team. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accuracy in accounting practices and compliance with audit requirement...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $150K *

Lead the accounting team in ensuring precise financial practices, overseeing reporting and reconciliations, and enhancing efficiencies to support investment objectives and audit compliance. Foster col...

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  •   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.