Here is the definition of the term from the Cambridge English dictionary, in other words, the commonly accepted term. I am including it here since I realise your warped brain often comes up with it own definitions. This is the definition a panel of lawyers would likely use.
Meaning of accountability in English
accountability
noun [ U ]
uk
/əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ə.ti/ us
/əˌkaʊn.t̬əˈbɪl.ə.t̬i/
the fact of being responsible for what you do and able to give a satisfactory reason for it, or the degree to which this happens:
There were furious demands for greater police accountability.
Accountability is important these days, and managers aren't always willing to adopt risky strategies.