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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$87K - $120K *

Transform the nonprofit sector by managing agency relationships, driving growth, and ensuring compliance. Leverage your underwriting expertise to enhance portfolio performance and develop new business...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of financial close management solutions. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and drive client satisfaction while overseeing implementation...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Collaborate with leaders to manage employee relations and complex investigations, providing expert guidance and risk assessments in a dynamic, regulated environment. Drive best practices and support w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Lead a remote team to deliver expert advisory in construction accounting, enhancing client financial performance through strategic insights and operational improvements while mentoring staff in a coll...

Southfield, MIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$131K - $175K *

Champion partner relationships to drive revenue and innovation within the Salesforce ecosystem. Leverage your expertise to enhance platform adoption and marketplace success while collaborating with in...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Champion growth by driving new business and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored packaging solutions while executing effective sales strategies to capt...

Rock Island, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $142K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by transforming HR data into strategic insights. Leverage analytical skills and tools to enhance workforce performance and support HR initiatives, ensuring data acc...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $120K *

Transform the future of property management by overseeing a diverse portfolio, maximizing asset value, and fostering strong client relationships while driving operational excellence and financial perf...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $155K *

Empower strategic financial decisions by analyzing data trends. Contribute to budgeting, reporting, and operational improvements, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines while supporting healthc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales role, driving business expansion through strategic client engagement and consultative solutions, all while leading the charge in a collaborative, remote environme...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock growth by driving revenue from top-tier accounts while nurturing leads. Collaborate with Sales leadership to shape strategy and establish expertise in digital transformation for financial insti...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales of innovative cancer screening technologies. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes and expand market reach while achieving sales tar...

California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $190K *

Engage with portfolio executives to drive revenue growth and operational improvement, focusing on strategic initiatives across pricing, sales effectiveness, and performance enhancement. Lead impactful...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading Workday's Finance function, focusing on Payroll and Adaptive Planning. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and support for complex financial processes...

California, USRemote

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving sales of cutting-edge Web Search APIs to AI teams. Own the full sales cycle, engage technical buyers, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver real-time web data soluti...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $350K *

Transform actuarial services by validating third-party data, establishing loss assumptions, and independently reserving gross/ceded/net. Lead technical support for the Reserve Committee while enhancin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Manage client relationships and drive revenue growth through strategic account planning, contract renewals, and performance analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure client satisfaction and successfu...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's focused on ensuring a compliant contracting experience for public-sector clients. Lead the contract lifecycle, from negotiation to compliance monitoring, while collaborating across...

Lewisburg, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $248K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a dynamic sales team in optimizing the adoption of AI-driven DevSecOps solutions for the financial services sector, steering client relationships, and drivi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion new sales opportunities by managing key accounts and building relationships. Drive growth through strategic sales initiatives and collaboration with technical teams to deliver tailored soluti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing financial accuracy and insights, overseeing month-end close, budgeting, and project accounting. Collaborate closely with the Controller to ensure compliance and streamline...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the financial planning and analysis function, establishing processes and insights to support divisional leadership. Drive strategic financial decisions and enhance operational efficiency while ma...

Langley, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $155K *

Drive strategic growth by developing marketing plans and securing new business opportunities. Foster agency relationships, achieve sales targets, and leverage market research for decision-making in a...

Mississippi, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in transforming business needs into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders and data teams to enhance processes, drive improvements, and deliver impactful analytics solution...

Washington DC, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate growth by building strong customer relationships and driving sales strategies. Leverage your expertise in the semiconductor industry to manage accounts, negotiate contracts, and deliver exc...

Boise, IDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.