Explore Legal & Accounting Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find high-paying opportunities across law, accounting, tax, audit, compliance, and corporate finance with Ladders. Browse vetted professional openings for experienced candidates, from legal counsel and law firm leadership to accounting directors and finance executives. Discover roles where your expertise can support organizations, guide strategic decisions, and advance your career.

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Legal professionals help organizations navigate contracts, litigation, governance, employment matters, intellectual property, and regulatory requirements. Search opportunities such as general counsel, corporate counsel, compliance leader, litigation attorney, and law firm partner. Employers may seek expertise in a particular practice area, industry, jurisdiction, or leadership function.

Accounting, Tax, and Audit Opportunities

Accounting roles span financial reporting, corporate accounting, tax planning, internal controls, audit, and risk management. Explore openings for accounting managers, controllers, tax directors, audit leaders, and chief financial officers. Senior positions often call for strong analytical judgment, communication skills, and experience guiding teams or advising business leaders.

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Use Ladders to focus your search on professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare titles, responsibilities, industries, and qualifications, then tailor your resume to show measurable results, leadership experience, and relevant credentials. Requirements vary by employer and position; legal roles may require bar admission, while accounting opportunities may value certifications such as CPA.

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Whether you are pursuing a move into leadership, a specialized practice, or a new industry, explore Legal & Accounting listings on Ladders to find opportunities aligned with your experience and goals. Review each posting for compensation details, location, and qualifications, and apply directly to roles that fit your background.

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$168K - $205K *

Drive client relationships and lead complex tax engagements, providing strategic planning and advisory services. Elevate the practice by mentoring professionals and translating intricate tax matters i...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading financial due diligence for M&A engagements. Collaborate with financial institutions, manage complex transactions, and drive strategic insights while developing a high-p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Shape impactful marketing strategies for regional growth and national initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to enhance brand awareness and drive business development through innovative, integrated...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Transform client engagements by leading audit teams, ensuring high-quality service across diverse industries while managing expectations and delivering timely results...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that offers diverse experiences in public accounting, focusing on complex tax returns and client relationships across various industries. Grow your career wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Drive excellence in audit management by leading diverse client engagements, ensuring high-quality service, and fostering strong relationships across various industries. Leverage your expertise to deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $105K *

Champion client success by leading audit engagements across diverse industries. Drive quality service through effective planning, analysis, and communication while mentoring team members and fostering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $155K *

Join our dynamic team to manage federal audit engagements, mentor staff, and drive business development. Leverage your expertise in federal accounting standards to support public sector clients and en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $116K *

Empower government and public sector clients by leading federal financial audits, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with complex accounting standards. Drive project execution and foster strong...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$136K *

Oversee and enhance administrative functions within the judicial circuit, ensuring effective support for various legal proceedings. Collaborate with senior management to improve operational guidelines...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$74K - $90K *

Discover your potential as a key contributor in legislative affairs, driving research and analysis to enhance operational improvements and support special projects within a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex tax compliance and planning. Lead a team, build client relationships, and tackle intricate tax issues while mentoring staff and driving practice development in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Advance your legal career by managing diverse creditor rights cases, gaining courtroom experience, and collaborating with seasoned attorneys in a supportive environment focused on professional growth...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to high-stakes litigation, where you'll gain hands-on experience in trial preparation and strategy alongside seasoned litigators, representing diverse clients across the n...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining litigation by engaging in high-stakes defense work. Collaborate with seasoned litigators to master trial preparation and strategy, while representing diverse clients in c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Champion your legal career by joining a dynamic team focused on defense litigation. Collaborate with seasoned litigators, engage in trial preparation, and gain invaluable experience across diverse pra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee complex tax compliance and planning, mentor staff, and build client relationships while tackling intricate tax issues across various industries...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of tax strategy by leading complex compliance and planning engagements. Deliver exceptional client service while mentoring a team of professionals and driving business growth through...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining tax consulting in M&A transactions. Lead due diligence, structuring, and post-close planning while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional tax compliance and planning services, guiding clients through complex regulations while fostering strong relationships and mentoring a dedicated team of profe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Engage in diverse civil litigation defense, gaining trial experience while collaborating with a dynamic team. This role offers opportunities in personal injury, product liability, and more, ideal for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Engage in dynamic labor and employment law practice, managing claims, depositions, and trials while providing expert legal counsel and analysis to clients in a collaborative environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in tax compliance and planning, ensuring high-quality service through effective project management, team mentorship, and proactive client engagement while driving practice development...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion a dynamic team delivering expert transaction advisory services, guiding clients through complex financial landscapes. Lead due diligence efforts, analyze critical data, and foster client rela...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion tax compliance and planning initiatives, leading engagements from start to finish. Deliver exceptional client service while mentoring staff and driving practice development to enhance client...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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    Listings may include attorney and counsel roles, general counsel, compliance positions, accountants, controllers, tax professionals, auditors, finance leaders, and executive roles such as CFO. Availability varies by employer and location.

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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for its compensation information and details, since pay can vary by role, experience, employer, and location.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for legal jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role and jurisdiction. Many attorney positions require a law degree and active bar admission, while senior legal roles may also call for practice-area expertise, industry experience, and leadership skills.

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    Credentials vary by position. The CPA is commonly valued in accounting, audit, and tax roles; other certifications may be relevant depending on specialization and employer requirements.

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