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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$101K - $129K *

Grow your career with us as you lead complex construction advisory projects, driving process improvements and compliance across diverse industries. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver impact...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $129K *

Engage with diverse clients to manage complex construction projects, driving process improvements and compliance assessments while leading teams to deliver high-impact advisory services across various...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$101K - $129K *

Accelerate your career by managing complex construction projects and advisory services. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions across real estate and construction sectors, ensur...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by supporting financial reporting and regulatory compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance internal controls and ensure accuracy in financial documentation while adhering to fe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Empower the Financial Reporting Department by ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, enhancing internal controls, and driving process improvements while collaborating with key stakeholders...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join us to oversee plant-level accounting, ensuring accurate financial reporting and strong internal controls while supporting production and leadership teams in a high-volume manufacturing environmen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Join as an Accounting Manager to oversee accounting activities across multiple sites, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance. Collaborate with teams for process improvements while leading a skille...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive robust accounting operations by managing accounts payable, inventory accounting, and month-end close, ensuring compliance and building processes in a fast-growing biotech environment. Make your...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform high net worth client engagements through expert tax planning, compliance, and relationship management, ensuring client satisfaction and growth. Join a team that values work/life balance and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Build strong client relationships by delivering exceptional service to complex accounts. Lead initiatives, resolve issues, and ensure seamless communication while driving client satisfaction and busin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Innovate customer service delivery by leading complex client accounts, resolving intricate issues, and fostering relationships. Spearhead project implementations and maintain data integrity, enhancing...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Optimize strategic relationships with national food service chains, driving growth through innovative solutions and cross-functional collaboration. Lead sales initiatives, manage projects, and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue accounting excellence by owning processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606, and collaborating across teams to enhance scalability and accuracy as the business grows...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue accounting excellence by managing processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support scalable growth in a dynamic SaaS environment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $110K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic finance team to maintain accurate financial records, prepare journal entries, and support month-end and year-end activities while collaborating across departme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $165K *

Drive accounting operations by leading financial close processes, ensuring compliance and enhancing internal controls. Collaborate across teams to support SEC reporting, government regulations, and st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming financial management processes, overseeing comprehensive accounting operations, and ensuring accurate reporting. Collaborate closely to drive strategic dec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $119K *

Lead financial operations by overseeing payment processes and fiscal guidance. Manage a team to ensure accurate reporting and compliance, supporting county programs with effective resource allocation...

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

$100K - $125K *

Drive financial excellence by overseeing operations, reporting, and compliance. Lead a team to enhance internal controls, optimize processes, and provide strategic insights, ensuring accurate financia...

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

$125K - $145K *

Oversee financial reporting and compliance for Real Estate Finance. Act as a liaison between teams and external partners, ensuring accuracy and adhering to regulations. Drive process improvement in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Empower financial accuracy by managing day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, and collaborating across teams to enhance processes and reporting efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to financial integrity through accurate accounting, reporting, and process improvement. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency while maintaining compliance with GAAP. Lead efforts in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Transform financial oversight by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing reporting processes. Drive efficiency in accounting practices while supporting organizational goals and ma...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $170K *

Drive financial excellence by overseeing General Ledger processes and enhancing Order-to-Cash operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline workflows, improve controls, and support audits w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to precise financial management and compliance. You'll oversee monthly closings, manage GL accounts, and collaborate across units to ensure timely and accurate accounting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    You can explore a range of accounting roles, including Senior Accountant, Corporate Accountant, Tax Accountant, Cost Accountant, Accounting Manager, and Controller positions. Available titles and responsibilities vary by employer.

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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.

  • What qualifications are typically required for accountant jobs?question toggle

    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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    Search by job title, specialty, location, and seniority, then compare each listing’s responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation to your experience and career goals.