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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$119K - $149K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by managing key accounting processes. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance efficiency and scalability in a fast-paced environment while mentorin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming fund accounting through AI-driven workflows. Collaborate closely within a fast-paced environment to automate complex processes, enhancing service quality for investment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead client onboarding and ongoing accounting delivery for clients in the restaurant, franchise, and hospitality sectors. Develop teams, enhance client relationships, and drive continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $105K *

Unlock potential by enhancing accounting operations through process improvement and compliance. Collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency in financial data workflows and support key o...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion financial excellence by managing day-to-day accounting operations, overseeing audits, and ensuring compliance with grant funding. Drive improvements in financial processes while leading a ded...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Engage in a senior leadership role overseeing regulatory reporting and technical accounting, ensuring compliance and accuracy in submissions. Lead a talented team while partnering with executives to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of Treasury and Accounting, managing cash forecasting, customer collections, and disbursements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial inte...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving financial integrity and cash management. Oversee liquidity, customer funds, and disbursements while collaborating across departments to enhance operational efficiency and en...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Transform financial operations by leading treasury management, ensuring cash accuracy, and enhancing reporting integrity. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes and drive efficiency in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead financial management initiatives to enhance organizational efficiency, ensuring compliance and strategic planning while mentoring a dedicated finance team to drive impactful change in the nonprof...

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

$160K - $200K *

Optimize financial processes as a hands-on Accounting Manager, overseeing month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement accuracy while collaborating with a dynamic finance team in a fast-p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower a comprehensive advancement program to enhance mission alignment and financial sustainability. Lead a dedicated team in fundraising, alumni engagement, and donor stewardship while collaboratin...

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform the Cost Accounting function by leading inventory accounting, financial reporting, and process improvements. Collaborate with Operations and Finance to enhance accuracy, drive efficiencies...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Manage local accounting activities, ensuring compliance and efficiency while leading a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with corporate teams to support financial reporting and opt...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $123K *

Lead project financial management for federal contracts, ensuring accurate billing, budget oversight, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and provide expert guidance on project...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $215K *

Champion strategic initiatives and manage high-priority finance projects, serving as a trusted advisor to the CFO. You'll enhance operational effectiveness and lead cross-functional collaboration, sha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as you oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in budgeting, reporting, and cash management. Collaborate closely with leadership to drive fiscal integrity...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $350K *

Build your career with a unique opportunity to lead and grow a regional practice. Drive business development, cultivate client relationships, and manage a high-performing team while shaping the future...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$250K - $350K *

Lead the charge in shaping a thriving regional practice, driving business growth, and cultivating client relationships while building a high-performing team of financial consultants to deliver excepti...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$127K - $159K *

Transform college operations by overseeing financial and business services, ensuring compliance, and enhancing fiscal management. Lead a team to optimize processes, support budgeting, and maintain eff...

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial strategy in a dynamic studio. As a key partner to leadership, you'll drive forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis, ensuring informed deci...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving financial accuracy and collaboration across teams. Support the Plant Controller in consolidating financial metrics, managing assets, and delivering timely reports to enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $150K *

Champion compliance and efficiency in government accounting, guiding strategic initiatives and audits while ensuring adherence to FAR/CAS regulations. Leverage expertise to enhance processes and suppo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize your career by managing critical accounting operations, leading teams, ensuring timely vendor payments and customer collections, and driving process improvements to meet organizational goals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead and optimize accounts receivable, credit, and collections processes while managing a team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance cash flow, minimize risk, and drive continuous imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.