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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$86K - $129K *

Elevate your career by leading financial planning and reporting efforts. Collaborate with operational leaders to provide insights that drive strategic decisions and enhance financial performance acros...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $171K *

Unlock potential by driving data-driven insights for Customer Success. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer journeys, optimize growth strategies, and shape analytics foundations that support A...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $150K *

Champion innovative finance solutions by owning core accounting operations, driving automation, and enhancing financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to build a scalable finance function that su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic financial insights and operational support. Collaborate with senior management to enhance performance, drive decision-making, and optimize processes in a fast-p...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$350K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through strategic relationships with enterprise customers. Engage in complex sales cycles, championing customer success while thriving in a high-performance...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $158K *

Unlock potential by managing key accounts in the entertainment lighting sector. Drive sales growth, nurture relationships, and oversee complex projects from design to delivery, ensuring alignment and...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $165K *

Execute strategic sales initiatives in the SLED Central region, leveraging established relationships to drive growth and adoption of Cloudera's solutions. Collaborate with partners and key decision-ma...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving legal excellence and risk management. As a Senior Commercial Paralegal, you'll draft and negotiate agreements, coordinate legal responses, and support cross-dep...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic sales initiatives, managing key accounts, and fostering long-term partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities and delive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $169K *

Shape the future of financial integrity by enhancing our reporting processes and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across functions to deliver accurate financial statements while fostering a robust, sc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $130K *

Manage financial reporting and internal controls, leading a team to ensure accurate, timely financial statements while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across departments to support bu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $172K *

Shape the future of cash management by enhancing forecasting capabilities and providing critical insights for strategic decision-making, operational planning, and capital allocation in a dynamic envir...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead M&A tax initiatives by overseeing domestic and international deals, providing expert tax advice, and mentoring junior staff while driving business growth and client satisfaction in a dynamic envi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the enterprise level by managing high-value corporate accounts, driving retention and renewals, and overseeing licensed in-club partnerships to enhance client relationships and...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$290K - $350K *

Pioneer sales innovation by targeting major enterprises for GRC solutions. You’ll drive revenue growth through cold prospecting, strategic planning, and customer engagement, making a significant impac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of driving new-logo growth for our Supply Chain Finance solution. Engage with senior executives, manage the full sales cycle, and develop strategies to acquire high-value customers in f...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $140K *

Drive client success and growth by building relationships with C-Level executives, managing complex sales processes, and maximizing value delivery in a dynamic, high-revenue environment...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $140K *

Drive client success by building relationships with C-Level executives, identifying growth opportunities, and managing complex sales processes in a dynamic environment. Maximize value delivery for lar...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive sales success by implementing strategies, exceeding goals, and building strong client relationships. Collaborate with decision-makers to connect their needs with tailored solutions, while expand...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in cultivating high-impact B2B client relationships through strategic oversight, innovative marketing solutions, and dedicated account management while driving growth and profitability...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $140K *

Develop strategic relationships and drive growth in the Energy Oil & Gas market by managing key accounts, recovering lost customers, and expanding applications for advanced ceramic components, ensurin...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Help us shape the future of financial planning and analysis in a dynamic SaaS environment. Drive forecasting, budgeting, and KPI reporting while collaborating across teams to support growth and M&A in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $160K *

Pioneer impactful tax strategies and team development while managing client relationships and compliance for insurance-related taxation. Drive growth through mentoring and technical expertise in the e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $220K *

Engage with higher education institutions to foster relationships, drive customer success, and expand platform adoption. Balance strategic management and revenue growth in a dynamic environment, ensur...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $87K *

Join a dynamic team to manage strategic partnerships and drive measurement solutions across media channels. Leverage your expertise in analytics and client relations to enhance campaign success and de...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.