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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$140K *

Join a team that's focused on strategic account management and business development. You'll cultivate relationships with key customers in the Home, Garden & Personal Care sectors, driving growth and d...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Shape global health security by providing financial analysis and support for U.S. health initiatives. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure effective management of awards, budgets, and complianc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower growth by fostering relationships and driving enterprise-wide deployments of security solutions. Collaborate with teams to deliver proposals and manage a robust sales pipeline while supporting...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $135K *

Join our Finance, Risk & Compliance team as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving financial planning, budgeting, and reporting processes. Collaborate with departments to enhance insights and efficiency...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead third-party food safety audits, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with audit teams, train new auditors, and maintain certification credentials while traveling extensively a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$179K - $340K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex manufacturing cost advisory projects. Utilize data-driven insights to enhance operational efficiency and drive financial performance for clients while collaborating...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$67K - $101K *

Innovate your sales career by driving revenue growth and building lasting customer relationships. Own your territory, manage the full sales cycle, and collaborate with teams to accelerate deals and en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $140K *

Grow your career with an energetic sales force driving success in State and Local Government accounts. Engage with customers, enhance relationships, and boost revenue while achieving personal and team...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful sales initiatives in the hospital sector, fostering strategic relationships and achieving business objectives across multiple states. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure...

Cleveland, OHRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $130K *

Advance financial operations by leading accounting processes, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive efficiency and support strategic goals while managing a team and enha...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $96K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise sales growth by developing strategic relationships and identifying new opportunities within a designated territory. Leverage your expertise to exceed sales quotas...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Drive business success by managing customer relationships and achieving sales goals. Collaborate with teams to enhance market presence and leverage insights for strategic growth in the natural channel...

Livermore, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships by overseeing a dedicated team of Project Managers and Technical Analysts, ensuring high-quality service delivery, effective project execution, and str...

Overland Park, KSRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion international tax strategies by consulting on inbound and outbound taxation. Lead client engagements, mentor associates, and ensure compliance while driving business development in a collabor...

Troy, MIRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $90K *

Drive sales growth and market share by managing principal relationships, optimizing strategies, and collaborating with teams to achieve business objectives while ensuring profitability and effective c...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of tax strategies by leading our diverse team and managing client relationships. Engage with various industries to deliver tailored solutions and ensure client satisfaction while driv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$94K - $130K *

Empower growth by managing a sales territory, building relationships with healthcare professionals, and driving adoption of contact lens products. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve revenue goa...

Victor, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K *

Join a team that's focused on expanding market presence in healthcare by engaging C-suite executives and fostering strategic relationships to drive growth and maximize value across multi-site accounts...

Brentwood, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing home delivery services, ensuring timely execution and customer satisfaction through effective route planning and relationship management with contract carrie...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $143K *

Empower strategic growth by managing national accounts, enhancing customer relationships, and driving sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ensure custom...

Mooresville, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$105K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading government sales efforts in a high-growth environment. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, create pipelines, and drive revenue for a cutting-edge product i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$350K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by driving strategic growth and building executive relationships with Fortune 1000 companies. You'll lead complex deals and shape our sales playbook in a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $119K *

Transform the payments landscape by ensuring compliance and mitigating risk. As a key player, you'll review merchant applications, analyze transactions, and enhance fraud detection systems, all while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts, cultivating relationships, and delivering tailored solutions that align with client objectives while exceeding sales targets and enhancing custo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic enterprise sales by managing customer relationships, guiding prospects through cloud solutions, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve business outcomes while meeting revenue...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.