Explore Accountant Jobs Paying $100,000 or More

Find accountant jobs that match your experience and career goals on Ladders. Browse vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, from senior accounting positions to leadership roles across industries. Employers rely on accountants to keep financial records accurate, support regulatory compliance, and turn financial data into useful business insights.

What Do Accountants Do?

Accountants prepare and review financial records, analyze transactions, and help organizations meet reporting and tax requirements. Depending on the role, they may manage month-end close, prepare financial statements, oversee audits, develop budgets, or advise leaders on financial performance. Some specialize in areas such as tax, cost accounting, internal audit, or financial reporting.

Common Accountant Job Titles

Accounting careers span a range of specialties and levels of responsibility. Search for roles such as Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant, Corporate Accountant, Tax Accountant, Cost Accountant, General Ledger Accountant, Accounting Manager, and Controller. Titles and duties vary by employer, industry, and organizational structure.

Skills and Qualifications for Accountant Roles

Many accountant positions call for a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with experience using accounting software and enterprise resource planning systems. Employers often seek knowledge of financial reporting standards, tax regulations, internal controls, and audit processes. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, communication, and the ability to explain financial findings are valuable across accounting specialties. Certifications such as CPA may be required or preferred for some roles.

Find Your Next Accounting Opportunity

Use Ladders to explore vetted accountant jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by specialty, seniority, industry, and location, and find roles that align with your professional background. New opportunities can vary, so review current listings for salary details and qualifications.

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$89K - $121K *

Support advanced accounting duties and drive financial compliance while mentoring less experienced team members. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and ensure accuracy in financial rep...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the tax accounting function by managing consolidated income tax provisions, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, global envir...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team dedicated to financial accuracy and integrity. Oversee accounting processes, prepare financial reports, and ensure compliance within a dynamic business environment, while driving improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $169K *

Manage tax processes and client relationships while mentoring staff. Collaborate with the tax team on planning and projects, ensuring compliance and maximizing tax benefits across diverse client entit...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic tax team to deliver innovative tax solutions for diverse clients, managing relationships and mentoring junior staff while navigating complex regulations to maximize ben...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$97K - $130K *

Drive collections performance and lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experience while ensuring compliance and optimizing proces...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial accuracy and compliance. As a key member of the accounting team, you'll prepare financial statements, manage month-end closings, and support Accounts...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $108K *

Join a dynamic accounting team to oversee general ledger integrity, financial reporting, and compliance. Contribute to month-end closings and audit preparations while enhancing financial systems and p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Empower financial accuracy by leading accounting operations, managing close processes, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, and mentoring team members to enhance efficiency and decision-making within a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage financial operations, including reconciliations, reporting, and audits. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes and support inventory and asset management, en...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's pivotal in driving financial success through accurate reporting and analysis. Lead month-end close processes, manage forecasting, and ensure compliance, all while fostering teamwork...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $138K *

Unlock your potential as a key financial leader, overseeing critical investment and trust accounting activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance for high-net-worth clients while driving process impro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K *

Engage in vital accounting functions across diverse entities, overseeing journal entries, general ledger reconciliation, and asset management. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial processes and...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Manage financial reporting and compliance, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver timely financial insights and support audits, while maintaining...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead tax strategy for diverse clients, managing the preparation and execution of returns. Collaborate with the team to optimize tax planning, enhance client relationships, and mentor junior staff, ens...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in tax management, overseeing client engagements, preparing returns, and mentoring staff while fostering strong client relationships to ensure maximum tax be...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $88K *

Shape the future of live entertainment finance by leading complex accounting activities, ensuring accurate event-related financial reporting, and providing actionable insights to drive business succes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$89K - $122K *

Transform financial reporting by overseeing month-end processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and supporting budgeting initiatives while facilitating a robust internal control environment for the fi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform financial reporting and compliance as a key member of a dynamic accounting team. Drive process improvements, ensure U.S. GAAP adherence, and collaborate with global stakeholders to enhance f...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic finance team as a Senior Accountant, overseeing month-end close, reconciliations, and inventory accounting. Leverage your expertise to enhance processes and ensure clean, reliable finan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$65K - $97K *

Transform your accounting career by recording financial transactions, preparing journal entries, and conducting detailed analyses in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Ideal for recent graduates eag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving accurate financial reporting and multi-company accounting. Join a collaborative team where your expertise in Sage 100 and GAAP will enhance daily operations and support...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at capturing complex financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in reporting through expert analysis and adherence to GAAP. Drive continuous improvement in internal controls while m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $108K *

Drive impactful financial analysis by managing cost accounting functions, ensuring accurate reporting and insights that influence key operational and strategic decisions for enhanced profitability and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its specific compensation details, since salary and benefits vary by role and employer.

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    Requirements vary, but many roles seek a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, relevant accounting experience, and proficiency with accounting systems. Some positions require or prefer certifications such as CPA.

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    Commonly valued skills include financial analysis, accuracy, knowledge of reporting and compliance, familiarity with accounting software, and clear communication. Specialized roles may also require expertise in tax, audit, budgeting, or internal controls.

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