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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$95K - $115K *

Lead financial planning and analysis for a multi-site real estate portfolio, delivering insights and recommendations to drive strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies across the organization...

Hoffman Estates, ILRemote

3 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional financial services. This role involves managing accounts payable, payroll, cash management, and month-end reconciliations while collaborating clo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $150K *

Advance your career by driving digital ad revenue growth through strategic client relationships and innovative solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic sales team to exceed targets and enhance customer e...

Seattle, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$83K - $139K *

Elevate sales performance by driving laboratory service product growth through strategic account management and collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction and exceeding...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial operations by leveraging Workday expertise to enhance reporting, payroll, and planning processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions and drive co...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic tech firm by owning the full sales cycle for mid-market practices. Collaborate with leadership to shape strategy and drive impactful relationships, ensuring success in...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Transform your career by managing employee benefits for diverse clients. Collaborate with Producers and Executives to deliver exceptional service, analyze plans, and drive compliance while fostering s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Lead a diverse portfolio of clients as a Tax Manager, overseeing compliance and planning while mentoring your team. Enjoy autonomy in client relationships and contribute to a culture of high-quality s...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $150K *

Empower your career by managing key customer relationships, driving growth, and implementing strategies that enhance platform usage. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform customer experiences an...

Waltham, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with C-level executives and administrators to enhance client relationships, drive satisfaction, and optimize retirement plans. Collaborate across teams to ensure service excellence and identify...

Wisconsin, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $140K *

Advance client relationships and drive growth by maximizing value delivery, identifying opportunities, and managing complex sales processes within a designated territory of large enterprise clients...

New York, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $142K *

Empower your career by driving client success through data-driven insights, relationship building, and strategic sales. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions and achieve sales targets w...

Detroit, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $125K *

Collaborate with National Account Managers to drive growth in key distributor accounts, enhance customer relationships, and optimize account strategies, ensuring customer satisfaction and revenue grow...

Bothell, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of revenue accounting by leading the integration of consumer revenue streams into a unified, automated process. Drive accuracy and efficiency while building a high-performing team...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $120K *

Lead the charge in financial reporting as you analyze complex data, prepare reports, and support audit requests. Your expertise will drive informed decision-making and enhance operational efficiency i...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$286K - $315K *

Join a team that drives growth by managing strategic accounts and fostering relationships. You'll coordinate with various teams to ensure successful adoption of solutions within large enterprises whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing sales team focused on public safety. Drive recruitment, coaching, and retention while ensuring team success through strategic deal management and AI int...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $115K *

Transform your career by leading financial strategy and operations for innovative service lines. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance profitability, oversee budgeting, and drive growth initiativ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving profitable growth in the polymer business through strategic sales initiatives and customer engagement in the CASE and Powder Resins markets...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise sales in Atlanta by owning the full sales cycle, from account prioritization to closing. Leverage technical credibility to build relationships and drive predictable growth in comp...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $305K *

Pioneer enterprise sales in Florida, driving value-based solutions for large organizations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed targets, utilizing strategic partnerships to enhance growt...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $182K *

Accelerate growth by driving new software sales, building client relationships, and tailoring solutions to meet unique business needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless cust...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $225K *

Drive strategic relationships with key accounts, ensuring sales targets are met through solution-based selling and contract negotiations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer sa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $190K *

Join us in managing strategic relationships with complex, multi-location accounts. Drive sales growth and achieve objectives through innovative solutions and effective contract negotiations while coll...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Optimize relationships with Alberta government agencies by driving Salesforce solutions to meet unique mandates, expanding account growth, and delivering impactful outcomes in a collaborative team env...

Alberta, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.