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.
Account Executive - White Plains, NY
$116K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming sales through innovative solutions. Engage with key decision-makers, nurture leads, and collaborate across departments to enhance customer experiences whil...
4 days ago
$135K - $160K *
Empower strategic growth by developing and executing multi-year partner strategies. Collaborate with sales and executive teams to enhance alliances, drive revenue, and foster innovation across North A...
1 week ago
Senior Account Manager, Walmart
$248K - $396K *
Champion customer success by overseeing strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth in dynamic settings. Leverage strong relationships with senior executives to implement innovative solutions an...
Reposted 2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform client relationships by managing strategic accounts, driving growth, and ensuring satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions and maintain long-term p...
1 week ago
$116K - $159K *
Drive growth by leveraging your sales expertise to manage accounts, strategize customer engagement, execute technical discoveries, and ensure successful adoption of the platform, achieving revenue tar...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$150K - $170K *
Partner with us to drive growth and strengthen relationships with key strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise in enterprise sales to identify opportunities, ensure renewals, and deliver measurable...
3 weeks ago
Account Manager, North America Large Accounts
$173K - $288K *
Empower growth and relationships in a strategic role focused on managing key accounts. Drive customer satisfaction and revenue retention through strategic collaboration and consultative selling within...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$82K - $103K *
Champion operational excellence by leading risk-based audits and enhancing internal controls. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic insights and drive innovation in a fast-paced...
2 weeks ago
$96K - $142K *
Join our dynamic team to elevate internal controls and drive SOX compliance. You'll lead audits, collaborate cross-functionally, and innovate with AI tools to enhance operational excellence in a fast...
2 weeks ago
$176K - $293K *
Develop and implement strategic account plans to drive sales growth and build relationships with key decision-makers in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals an...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $105K *
Shape the future of financial planning by leveraging your expertise in analysis and budgeting. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive profitability and operational efficiency in a dynamic environment...
5 days ago
Account Executive, Technology Partnerships
$89K - $111K *
Elevate your career as a senior individual contributor, driving tech integration partnerships. Manage complex deals from negotiation to go-live with a dedicated engineering team, influencing how solut...
4 weeks ago
Strategic Account Manager - East Coast
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's focused on driving growth in Healthcare and Financial Services. Leverage your enterprise sales expertise to build relationships, develop new business, and deliver impactful technolo...
4 days ago
$320K - $480K *
Join a team that's redefining new business development through strategic prospecting and consultative selling. Drive impactful customer engagements and lead complex deal negotiations to deliver transf...
1 week ago
$150K - $210K *
Lead the charge in driving business growth by cultivating relationships and securing new opportunities in industrial refrigeration. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional customer exper...
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Director of Property Accounting
$140K - $165K *
Shape the future of property accounting by leading a dynamic team, ensuring timely financial reporting, and driving innovative processes that enhance client trust and operational efficiency across mul...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by driving outbound sales strategies, managing a robust pipeline, and converting prospects into clients. Collaborate with healthcare companies to identify opportunities and achieve qu...
1 week ago
Principal Renewal Account Manager
$90K - $105K *
Support complex, high-value customer renewals while leading strategic negotiations. Engage at C-suite level to build relationships, drive consensus, and mentor team members towards continual improveme...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Transaction Manager - Industrial
$135K - $170K *
Lead the charge in managing complex real estate transactions, collaborating with brokerage teams to secure optimal deal terms while developing strategic plans that align with client goals and drive op...
4 days ago
Transfer Pricing Senior Associate - Remote Eligible
$80K - $125K *
Join our team to manage transfer pricing engagements, analyze financial data, and communicate with clients. You'll lead projects from inception to delivery, ensuring compliance and accuracy while coll...
6 days ago
Account Executive - Data (Canadian Federal Government)
$157K - $207K *
Join a high-impact team to enhance relationships with Canadian Federal agencies, driving growth through Salesforce Data solutions tailored to their unique data needs and regulations, ensuring mission...
3 weeks ago
Large Enterprise Account Executive - West
$121K - $201K *
Empower global brands by driving growth through strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with top executives to close significant deals, build lasting relationships, and enhance customer experiences i...
1 week ago
Account Executive, Breadth Accounts
$147K - $220K *
Drive new business growth for a precision health platform by managing the end-to-end sales cycle, engaging with key stakeholders, and fostering client relationships in small and medium life sciences o...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming software sales by driving technical solutions and creative outreach. Lead the full sales cycle and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver unique insights and busines...
Reposted 1 week ago
$180K - $190K *
Deliver innovative solutions by acquiring Fortune 500 clients, leading complex sales cycles, and building executive relationships. Drive value through AI insights and strategic partnerships, ensuring...
4 days 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.