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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$222K - $278K *

Manage strategic enterprise customer relationships, drive complex sales cycles, and inspire transformation through innovative solutions, impacting industries that power our world and enhancing efficie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic growth by developing and closing complex SaaS agreements with enterprise financial institutions and fintech platforms, driving market penetration and long-term partnerships across t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Drive enterprise growth by leading complex sales cycles and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative cybersecurity solutions. Shape the future of security while exceeding sales...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining IT audit excellence. As a Senior Auditor, you'll lead internal audits, assess IT controls, and drive compliance initiatives, ensuring data integrity and security across a...

Beachwood, OHRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $140K *

Engage in strategic sales leadership while fostering key customer relationships. Drive business growth through innovative promotions and effective team collaboration, focusing on expanding market pres...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $140K *

Shape the future of ERP and Finance transformation by guiding clients through strategic assessments, technology alignment, and impactful change initiatives. Leverage your expertise to foster strong re...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $143K *

Champion client relationships by managing day-to-day communications and supporting advertising programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with client objectives and deliver...

Mooresville, NCRemote

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

$90K - $110K *

Manage advanced financial analysis and strategic reporting for public sector clients, providing insights across complex employee benefits programs while leading RFP processes and collaborating with co...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $125K *

Shape the future of public safety communications by driving sales and strategic account management. Collaborate with diverse teams to influence technology decisions and build lasting relationships wit...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$101K - $192K *

Oversee the onboarding of new clients for outsourced accounting services, managing relationships and leading teams to ensure timely financial reporting and exceptional service delivery while driving p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $180K *

Champion growth by leveraging your consultative sales expertise to secure contracts and enhance client relationships in the public sector, specifically within Medicaid and Human Services programs. Dri...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Transform enterprise sales in the public sector by driving automation solutions, building strategic relationships, and generating new business opportunities while collaborating with partners and stake...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$350K *

Drive revenue growth by developing executive-level relationships, owning end-to-end customer engagements, and executing complex sales strategies within strategic enterprise accounts in a dynamic remot...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Develop executive-level relationships and drive revenue growth in strategic accounts by managing the entire sales process. Champion our cultural principles while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$222K - $278K *

Reimagine enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and leading customer engagements. Drive revenue growth through strategic deal-making with a focus on customers while embodying core cul...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $220K *

Lead strategic initiatives for Integrated Delivery Networks and health systems, optimizing patient access and formulary adoption. Build executive relationships and drive clinical integration to enhanc...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join our team and take ownership of transforming financial insights into compelling due diligence analyses, ensuring clients make informed decisions. Collaborate with experts to deliver high-quality r...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate growth by developing territory strategies, building trusted relationships with security leaders, and driving revenue through proactive outreach and strategic partnerships in the Mid-Atlanti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Strategize and lead profitable growth across diverse retail channels by developing and executing brand, category, and account strategies that enhance customer relationships and drive successful produc...

Wisconsin, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize inventory across multiple locations, ensuring timely product availability and enhancing customer satisfaction through data-driven decisions and collaboration with cross...

South Plainfield, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise growth by managing key accounts, expanding relationships, and executing strategic plans. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer value and influence major org...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$99K - $155K *

Unlock potential by managing external financial reporting, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and IFRS. Collaborate cross-functionally to prepare SEC filings and support complex accounting areas, driv...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic growth by managing major law enforcement accounts, driving revenue, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful outcomes a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Champion the administration of insolvency estates by providing expert guidance, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to resolve complex issues while...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex business needs into impactful analytic products. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain reusable semantic models that enhance decision-m...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.