The Role of Chief Accounting Officer: Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Differences from Controller

Spencer Stuart highlights that modern CAOs are expected to participate in broader decision-making processes, directly contributing to a company’s growth and profitability. Last, it is not an industry requirement to obtain a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), or any other type of licensure. For many, these licensures will…