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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$78K - $103K *

Engage with clients as a trusted advisor, delivering tailored audit and assurance services. Leverage your expertise in a specific industry while enjoying a flexible work environment and opportunities...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $98K *

Support our growth by delivering industry-focused assurance services to clients. Leverage your expertise in a dynamic team, build lasting relationships, and enjoy flexibility in your work while growin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $108K *

Engage in comprehensive audit services, becoming an industry expert while nurturing client relationships and advancing your career in a collaborative and supportive environment. Leverage autonomy and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $98K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in audit services, driving industry expertise and client relationships while receiving personalized career development in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $98K *

Champion your career by delivering tailored audit and assurance services to middle market clients, while becoming an industry expert. Enjoy a supportive environment for professional growth with a firm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $98K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering specialized audit and assurance services, providing opportunities for professional growth and industry expertise while building meaningful client relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $108K *

Build your expertise within a growing firm, serving middle market clients through tailored audit and assurance services. Design creative solutions while managing client relationships and elevating you...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $103K *

Support our audit team by delivering expert industry-focused assurance services, engaging with clients to address their unique challenges while fostering meaningful relationships and driving your prof...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$78K - $103K *

Grow your career with a leading public accounting firm, providing assurance services to middle market clients. Collaborate closely with teams and clients, driving effective audit solutions while foste...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$125K - $150K *

Transform financial reporting and accounting processes by leading a skilled team, ensuring compliance with GAAP, and delivering accurate financial statements for the Upstream business unit. Drive coll...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $134K *

Transform client relationships by delivering expert tax and advisory services. Lead engagements, mentor staff, and drive business growth while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Enjoy a flexible work...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$157K - $227K *

Advance our financial operations by integrating accounting expertise with cutting-edge automation methods. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and enhance reporting architectures, driving e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate revenue operations by owning the order-to-cash process, enhancing billing systems, and implementing automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline revenue recognition and e...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of finance by leading financial operations to ensure compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mastering accounting standards while driving strategic initiativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Inspire digital transformation by leading business analysis initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance processes and technologies, and driving measurable outcomes in a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic tax team to ensure compliance and accuracy in tax reporting and accounting across a multinational organization. Collaborate with various departments to enhance op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading transformative initiatives in Corporate Accounting. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance team performance, drive efficiency, and deliver high-quality results while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee corporate accounting, drive transformational improvements, and enhance collaboration across functions. Leverage your expertise to support leadership and elevate the...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $210K *

Join us to lead the accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and effective controls while driving improvements in processes and scalability across a complex, multi-entity organizatio...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in accounting operations, overseeing both Accounts Payable and Receivable. Lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, and drive financial reporti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead tax compliance, strategy, and reporting for a multi-entity organization. Leverage your expertise to minimize tax exposure, ensure compliance, and support business objective...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence by overseeing accounting operations, managing reporting processes, and ensuring compliance with GAAP/IFRS standards in a dynamic, multinational environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in a global manufacturing environment. Leverage your accounting expertise to oversee financial reporting, audits, and ERP optimization while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$92K - $110K *

Engage with public sector clients to drive new business through consultative sales. Build relationships, understand customer needs, and collaborate with teams to deliver tailored renewable energy solu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive new business growth by leveraging consultative sales strategies to build relationships with utility and public sector clients, ensuring tailored solutions that meet their needs and contribute to...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of accountant jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    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.

  • Which skills are important for accountants?question toggle

    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.