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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$100K - $120K *

Empower Public Safety agencies by driving sales and fostering relationships across a multi-state territory. Manage the sales cycle through consultative partnerships, ensuring pipeline growth and reven...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in strategic enterprise sales, managing complex accounts and building C-suite relationships to drive long-term revenue across key verticals. Navigate intricate sales cycles and complia...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K *

Grow corporate account sales by developing relationships, driving revenue, and collaborating across teams. Utilize a consultative approach to seize business opportunities and enhance customer satisfac...

Orlando, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving sales for innovative SaaS solutions in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to engage Fortune 1000 clients, navigate complex sales cycles, and exceed revenue...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $132K *

Advance financial integrity and reporting for a $3B Electrical Group, partnering with leaders to enhance compliance, controls, and performance analysis. Ideal for a high-potential finance professional...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $93K *

Lead client engagements by building strong relationships, managing projects, and driving business growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring staff and id...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $158K *

Unlock your potential by driving enterprise sales growth across the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while building strong...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$290K - $305K *

Champion enterprise sales initiatives in the Carolinas and Tennessee. Drive strategic growth by engaging large organizations, building partnerships, and leveraging advanced sales techniques; you'll ex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $147K *

Unlock potential by ensuring accurate and timely external financial reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance and operational efficiency while driving continuous improve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $116K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative fundraising solutions through strategic partnerships and business development. Maximize donations and enhance relationships within the nonprofit sector, while ge...

South Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by owning corporate FP&A, driving financial insights, and partnering with leaders across functions to enhance strategic planning and reporting in a dynamic growth-stage environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K *

Lead our sales initiatives by building relationships with key decision makers, executing strategic sales plans, and exceeding quotas in the SaaS/Security/DevOps sector. Collaborate with teams to enhan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the life insurance and annuity market. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships, manage the full client lifecycle, and align solutions with client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Drive AI-native sales by building C-suite relationships and closing enterprise deals. Collaborate with account owners to identify opportunities and educate prospects on financial orchestration's value...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $115K *

Unlock potential by enhancing tax technology and reporting processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve data accuracy and efficiency in tax compliance and reporting for a dynamic, mul...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$229K - $314K *

Drive success at large enterprise accounts, fostering relationships and ensuring robust account management. Collaborate across teams to elevate visibility and adoption, while navigating consultative s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by partnering with clients to enhance FP&A processes, build financial models, and drive operational improvements in a dynamic Private Equity environment. Collaborate with teams to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$111K - $167K *

Transform financial operations by driving monthly close processes, managing forecasts, and leveraging AI for process improvements while serving as a key business partner to leadership to enhance strat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your sales career by driving full-cycle sales in a dynamic environment. Leverage AI tools and consultative frameworks to engage high-growth organizations, exceed targets, and enhance your prod...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $159K *

Drive impactful financial insights by partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance global reporting and data foundations, supporting planning and forecasting in a dynamic environment focused on t...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower strategic growth by managing key accounts across diverse sectors. Drive revenue, enhance client relationships, and deliver integrated solutions while collaborating with global teams to ensure...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $173K *

Lead the charge in expanding market access for diabetes care products by developing strategic relationships with government accounts, driving sales growth, and ensuring effective implementation and tr...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic financial leadership and analysis to business units. Collaborate with teams to enhance financial management practices, ensuring compliance and supporting organi...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee finance operations, leading accounts payable and billing functions across multiple regions. Ensure accuracy and compliance in procure-to-pay and order-to-cash processes while buildi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional indirect tax solutions. You'll manage compliance, conduct research, and collaborate with clients across multiple jurisdictions, enhancing their t...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.