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.
Tribal Services Accounting Manager
$66K - $182K *
Unlock potential by joining a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional accounting and consulting services to Tribal governments, enhancing client relationships and driving impactful solu...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Elevate financial insights as a Senior Financial Analyst, partnering with leaders to drive strategic planning, budgeting, and reporting. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance operational performa...
3 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and driving process improvements in a dynamic e-commerce environment. Collaborate across teams to e...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock strategic insights as a Senior Financial Analyst, driving financial performance and process improvements across departments. Collaborate with leaders to enhance decision-making and support grow...
6 days ago
Named Account Executive, Higher Education
$141K - $189K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving growth and building trusted relationships with strategic customers. Leverage your expertise to develop opportunities and enhance customer satisfaction while exe...
1 week ago
$127K - $183K *
Unlock your potential by driving enterprise growth and closing complex sales. Engage with C-level executives, develop strategic accounts, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful soluti...
6 days ago
$127K - $183K *
Elevate your career by driving enterprise sales growth, building strategic relationships, and leading the full sales cycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful solutions and exceed rev...
6 days ago
Strategic Account Manager Sr Lead
$177K - $301K *
Develop and lead strategic client growth initiatives, fostering executive relationships and aligning teams to drive long-term value, retention, and measurable outcomes across a portfolio of enterprise...
1 week ago
Senior Account Executive, LE/GE GTS
$132K - $170K *
Accelerate progress at client relationships by driving growth and retention through strategic consultative sales. Engage with C-level executives to enhance value and implement effective enterprise-wid...
3 days ago
$141K - $189K *
Engage with key stakeholders to drive strategic growth in existing and new accounts. Leverage consultative selling to understand customer needs and deliver tailored solutions, ensuring alignment with...
1 week ago
Senior General Ledger Accountant
$76K - $186K *
Take ownership of the full accounting lifecycle for capitalized software, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhance...
1 week ago
Senior Account Executive - Key Accounts
$100K - $200K *
Elevate your career by driving strategic account growth in complex technical sales. Collaborate with top-tier clients to solve manufacturing challenges and build lasting partnerships, all while naviga...
1 week ago
Senior Account Manager, Adtech
$75K - $95K *
Empower innovation in mobile advertising by leveraging expertise in measurement and fraud mitigation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance adtech solutions and navigate the evolving landscape of d...
1 week ago
Manager - Corporate Accounting
$100K - $125K *
Explore accounting mastery by managing share-based compensation, pensions, and more in a dynamic finance team. Drive compliance and enhance processes to excel as a public company while collaborating c...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive strategic financial planning and performance analysis, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and financial health. Your insights will shape budgeting, forecasting, and repo...
6 days ago
$120K - $135K *
Optimize financial operations by managing deferred commission accounting, global treasury, and international compliance. Leverage technical expertise to enhance internal controls and support scalable...
2 weeks ago
Senior Partner Account Manager
$110K - $130K *
Transform partner relationships into measurable success by managing a strategic portfolio of technology and advisory partners. Collaborate across teams to drive growth, co-sell, and enhance operationa...
2 weeks ago
Senior Federal Account Executive - DoW
$250K - $320K *
Drive new business growth within U.S. Department of War by leveraging a comprehensive portfolio of digital forensics solutions. Engage with military and investigative organizations to identify opportu...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion sales growth by managing SLED accounts and driving new business. Leverage your expertise in telecommunications to meet ambitious revenue targets while fostering strong customer relationships...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Advance your career by driving sales growth and managing key SLED accounts. Leverage your expertise in telecommunications to achieve targets and foster strong client relationships in a dynamic, remote...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Accelerate progress at our team by driving strategic sales for SLED accounts, leveraging expertise in the E-rate process and state procurement cycles to uncover opportunities and deliver tailored solu...
3 weeks ago
Senior Account Executive, LE, GTS
$132K - $170K *
Transform your career by driving innovative solutions and strategies that enhance organizational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results in a dynamic, hybrid...
3 weeks ago
Strategic Account Executive, Multi-Channel Sales
$179K - $269K *
Help us transform healthcare by building strategic partnerships and driving insights. You'll collaborate with consulting partners to deliver impactful solutions, enabling smarter decisions and improvi...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower enterprise growth by identifying and nurturing relationships with C-suite executives. Drive consultative sales, tailor solutions, and collaborate across teams to enhance client experiences and...
1 week ago
Senior Consultant, Accounting and Finance Advisory Services
$86K - $164K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial performance for CFOs and finance leaders. Collaborate on diverse projects, leveraging your expertise to drive process improvements and deliver excep...
2 weeks 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.