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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$150K - $185K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving revenue and market growth in a dynamic territory. Collaborate with partners and clients to enhance relationships and deliver innovative storage solution...

Denver, CORemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-million-dollar Key Accounts, driving revenue growth through strategic relationships and collaboration with internal teams. Own account strategies, exceed sales target...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Advance enterprise growth by leveraging your technical expertise and sales acumen to close complex deals. Collaborate with partners and stakeholders to drive innovative solutions in data infrastructur...

Toronto, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth in professional services sales. You'll engage clients, develop tailored solutions, and collaborate across teams to ensure customer success and satisfaction while achi...

Montreal, QCRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing a diverse portfolio of employer clients, enhancing their benefits experience, and driving business growth through collaborative partnership and innovative solutions acr...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in strategic growth and relationship development for a portfolio of EPE clients. Drive business development, uncover opportunities, and enhance client engagement to expand EPE’s footpr...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $125K *

Empower businesses by driving technology solutions through strategic sales. Engage with clients across industries, build relationships, and leverage innovative products to solve complex challenges whi...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $300K *

Elevate your career by driving new dealership partnerships and expanding market presence. Lead strategic sales initiatives from prospecting to negotiation, collaborating across teams to deliver tailor...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Take ownership of strategic account management to drive growth and enhance educational outcomes. Collaborate with key stakeholders, leverage data insights, and implement targeted strategies to maximiz...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Play a key role in financial leadership, guiding strategic priorities and ensuring compliance within a dynamic business unit. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver insightful analysis and foster o...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$116K - $157K *

Grow your career with our FP&A Systems team, designing innovative EPM solutions and enhancing financial planning processes. Collaborate with various stakeholders to optimize efficiency and ensure data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform the healthcare experience by fostering strong relationships with enterprise clients. Drive strategic initiatives for account management, enhancing member engagement and satisfaction while al...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining critical infrastructure sales by leading full-cycle engagements, building lasting client relationships, and collaborating with experts to deliver tailored solutions in th...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $170K *

Champion growth by managing strategic partnerships with enterprise service professionals. Leverage data-driven insights to drive retention and revenue, while building trusted relationships with execut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Transform the sales landscape by driving enterprise account acquisitions through the entire sales cycle. Engage with high-potential clients to create impactful solutions, while cultivating a deep unde...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $174K *

Champion new enterprise customer acquisition by leveraging sales expertise, understanding of construction software, and strategic relationship building to drive revenue growth and exceed targets in a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic account management initiatives, driving customer satisfaction and revenue growth through effective relationship building and expansion strategies in a dynamic ent...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the full sales cycle, engaging directly with home care agency owners. Drive impactful relationships and maintain a high-velocity pipeline in a fast-paced, startup envir...

Austin, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock new opportunities as you manage the full sales cycle for commercial and mid-market accounts. Collaborate with teams to drive technical sales, ensuring customer success and measurable outcomes t...

Nye, MTRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion client success by building strategic relationships and delivering tailored HR solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance service delivery and drive client satisfaction, ensuring al...

Beverly Hills, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth through data-driven insights and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance systems, optimize territory planning, and ensure...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $235K *

Drive growth by leveraging your consultative sales expertise to engage higher education leaders, aligning their needs with innovative research solutions while managing client relationships and achievi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $140K *

Drive compliance audits by assessing internal controls, identifying risks, and developing improvement strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance audit processes and provide valuable insights for ef...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing enterprise partnerships with large educational organizations, driving strategic growth and operational transformation through complex, multi-year agreements and stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in tax management by preparing and reviewing complex returns, guiding a skilled team, and delivering exceptional client service while assuming responsibility for a diverse range of tax...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.