Senior Accountant Jobs

Explore Senior Accountant opportunities with organizations seeking experienced accounting professionals. Ladders features vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on financial reporting, close management, internal controls, compliance, and audit coordination. Browse openings to find a position that matches your expertise, industry experience, and career goals.

What Does a Senior Accountant Do?

Senior Accountants help maintain accurate financial records and produce reliable reporting for business leaders and external stakeholders. Typical responsibilities include preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciling accounts, supporting monthly and year-end close, analyzing variances, and helping ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve audit support, process improvement, and mentoring junior accounting staff.

Skills and Qualifications for Senior Accountant Roles

Employers commonly seek strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), financial reporting, account reconciliations, and accounting systems. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to meet deadlines are valuable across industries. Some positions prefer a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, several years of progressive experience, or a CPA credential; requirements vary by employer and role.

Senior Accountant Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, experience, and professional credentials. Ladders focuses on vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced professionals find senior-level roles with competitive compensation. Senior Accountants can advance into positions such as Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller, or other finance leadership roles.

Find Senior Accountant Jobs on Ladders

Search Senior Accountant openings on Ladders to discover high-paying opportunities across a range of industries. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles aligned with your experience and next career step.

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$80K - $95K *

Elevate financial integrity by leading accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency across departments. Collaborate with teams to deliver accurate financial reporting and support...

St. Louis, MORemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$98K - $187K *

Lead the charge in transforming financial services by driving enterprise sales of a cutting-edge SaaS platform. Collaborate with top-tier clients to enhance customer experiences and achieve strategic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $122K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic accounting team, managing full-cycle accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with fin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Elevate cybersecurity solutions by driving sales cycles, building relationships with CISO's, and consistently meeting quotas through effective prospecting and outreach in a dynamic enterprise environm...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Transform high-net-worth personal insurance management by building strong client relationships, delivering tailored solutions, and achieving growth metrics while ensuring exceptional service and compl...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Join us to lead audit engagements for governmental and nonprofit clients, mentor emerging auditors, and solve complex accounting challenges while delivering exceptional client service in a fully remot...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by mastering value propositions, cultivating relationships, and driving revenue growth through strategic approaches and collaboration with internal teams and partn...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $250K *

Unlock potential by mastering strategic sales approaches and cultivating relationships with customers. Drive revenue growth through tailored solutions, collaboration with internal teams, and active pa...

California, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $250K *

Pioneer strategic sales initiatives to exceed revenue goals by cultivating relationships with clients and leveraging SHI's comprehensive solutions. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities and...

New Jersey, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $250K *

Unlock potential by mastering strategic sales approaches to exceed revenue goals. Cultivate relationships with customers, identify opportunities, and collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutio...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $119K *

Shape the future of employee benefits by building lasting relationships with K-12 public schools. Drive sales of insurance products in a defined territory, leveraging your expertise to meet client nee...

Oklahoma, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion business growth by driving sales initiatives across key markets. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement strategic plans, generate leads, and maintain strong client relationships to e...

Sugar Land, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the full sales cycle, building executive relationships, and driving business transformation across industries. Collaborate with teams to innovate sales processes and ensure...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $108K *

Deliver strategic financial insights and support decision-making through advanced analysis, forecasting, and budgeting. Collaborate with finance and business leaders to improve performance visibility...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue through strategic partnerships in the cybersecurity sector. This role demands adaptability and expertise in managing client relationships and navigating complex sale...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Join our dynamic Outsourced Accounting and Advisory Services team, where you will supervise accounting operations and build strong client relationships while ensuring timely, audit-ready financial rep...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving new business development through full sales cycle management, establishing relationships, and exceeding revenue targets by leveraging consultative selling and effective pipe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$173K - $255K *

Champion strategic global accounts by enhancing operations and communications, driving growth and innovation through insights and strong relationships in the fintech landscape...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $170K *

Champion the growth of Audit Manager by driving sales in the healthcare sector. Leverage your expertise in medical billing and coding to engage revenue cycle leaders, manage the sales pipeline, and de...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $186K *

Drive enterprise growth by guiding influential organizations in the Northeast to adopt and expand their use of AI-powered DevSecOps solutions, ensuring a trusted partnership throughout the sales cycle...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion business development to foster strategic partnerships in biotech, leveraging technical expertise and market insights to drive multi-million dollar enterprise revenue while shaping innovative...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$212K - $345K *

Accelerate growth by driving enterprise sales through strategic relationships with executive-level clients, leveraging Workiva's platform to meet complex business needs and achieve customer expansion...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the accounting landscape by leading operations, regulatory reporting, and team management in a fast-growing organization. Drive scalable systems and financial discipline while partnering wit...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $126K *

Elevate client experiences by educating on ergonomic solutions, driving sales growth, and fostering relationships with end-users, dealers, and design professionals. This role combines strategic planni...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth by leading a team that develops and manages strategic national accounts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivering exceptional customer experiences across North America...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Accountant do?question toggle

    A Senior Accountant prepares and reviews financial records, supports monthly and year-end close, reconciles accounts, analyzes results, and helps maintain compliance with accounting standards and internal controls. Duties vary by employer.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Senior Accountant jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with several years of progressive accounting experience. Knowledge of GAAP and accounting software is common; CPA certification may be preferred or required for some positions.

  • How much do Senior Accountant jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on experience, location, industry, credentials, and employer. Ladders specializes in vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, and listings provide role-specific compensation information when available.

  • What is the difference between a Staff Accountant and a Senior Accountant?question toggle

    Senior Accountants generally take on more complex reporting and analysis, greater ownership of close and reconciliations, and may review work or mentor junior team members. Exact responsibilities differ among organizations.

  • What career paths can follow a Senior Accountant role?question toggle

    Common next steps include Accounting Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller, or other finance leadership positions. Career progression depends on performance, experience, credentials, and the needs of the organization.

  • Where can I find Senior Accountant jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted Senior Accountant opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use job listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation.