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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$90K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial accuracy and integrity. In this role, you'll manage month-end close processes, support audits, and enhance accounting practices while mentoring junio...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic finance team as you oversee financial reporting, manage reconciliations, and enhance accounting processes. Your expertise will ensure compliance with GAAP while supporting audits and op...
Reposted 2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by leading revenue recognition efforts, ensuring compliance with ASC 606, and collaborating cross-functionally to optimize processes and drive operational efficiency in a dynamic...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Drive the future of revenue accounting by ensuring accurate recognition and compliance with ASC 606. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes, support complex deals, and maintain audit r...
4 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Drive accuracy and efficiency in treasury and accounting operations, collaborating across teams to ensure proper financial reporting, reconcile transactions, and support strategic initiatives through...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive project accounting support, ensuring financial compliance and effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle while fostering strong...
6 days ago
$76K - $100K *
Engage in critical accounting functions, supporting audits and budget reporting while ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to maintain accurate financial records and contribute t...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading complex accounting activities, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal controls. Collaborate with teams to maintain accurate financial records and support strategic deci...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's focused on driving financial accuracy while managing month-end closes, reconciliations, and cost accounting. Contribute to board-level reporting in a dynamic PE-backed SaaS environm...
Reposted today
Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting
$86K - $130K *
Transform financial reporting and consolidation processes by leading month-end close, managing intercompany accounting, and ensuring compliance with IFRS/US GAAP. Collaborate with teams to deliver acc...
1 week ago
$90K - $100K *
Join a team that's redefining accounting excellence by managing month-end closes, revenue recognition, and international audits. Leverage your CPA expertise to enhance financial integrity and drive pr...
1 week ago
$70K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations through meticulous month-end close processes, reconciliations, and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and acc...
1 week ago
Senior Accountant, AI & Automation
$85K - $110K *
Drive your career with a Senior Accountant role focused on AI and automation. Redesign accounting processes, manage monthly closes, and implement scalable finance workflows to enhance efficiency and s...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of payroll and equity accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead process improvements while maintaining documenta...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$125K - $145K *
Join a team that's building financial systems to support rapid growth. As the first in-house accountant, you will own the full accounting cycle, enhance controls, and enable strategic decisions in a d...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
$110K - $125K *
Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end revenue cycle in a high-growth environment. You will engage with customers, optimize billing processes, and ensure accurate revenue recognition, contributing...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Corporate Accountant (Remote)
$80K - $95K *
Take ownership of core accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records and timely reporting. Support month-end close, manage bookkeeping, and enhance internal controls in a dynamic environm...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize project financial performance by managing accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with project teams to enhance profitability and cash flow. Drive timely reporting and su...
2 weeks ago
Senior Accountant, Consolidations
$80K - $90K *
Join a team that's dedicated to financial integrity while enabling global access to safe water. As a key player in consolidated reporting, you will enhance organizational clarity and support impactful...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Oversee and elevate fund accounting and operations while mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance across di...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate growth by identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, driving sales in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a skilled team to promote value across diverse industries and achie...
2 weeks ago
Senior Staff Accountant, Structured Finance
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of financial reporting by managing complex accounting activities, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and internal con...
4 days ago
$92K - $153K *
Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in Property & Casualty insurance. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, leveraging industry expertise to enhance underwriting performance and risk mana...
5 days ago
$80K - $90K *
Deliver expert tax services by preparing and reviewing diverse tax returns, conducting tax research, and supporting financial reporting for clients in the entertainment business sector. Join a collabo...
3 weeks ago
What does a Senior Accountant do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Ladders for vetted Senior Accountant opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Use job listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation.