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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$85K - $100K *

Engage in the end-to-end valuation process across diverse asset classes, ensuring compliance with USPAP guidelines. Collaborate with teams to analyze market data, mentor analysts, and enhance client r...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $120K *

Lead the charge in tax compliance management, overseeing multi-state filings, audits, and team mentorship. Drive process improvements and ensure regulatory adherence across diverse jurisdictions while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client success by managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining budget integrity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive engagement and optimize project outcomes from i...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, facilitating strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective communication across department...

Anchorage, AKRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$261K - $356K *

Drive growth as a Senior Account Executive, managing strategic commercial accounts. Leverage Cisco's resources while independently building relationships and closing complex deals, ensuring impactful...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $154K *

Shape the future of contract administration by leading complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes in high-sta...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Empower clients by managing comprehensive accounting for diverse CPG and eCommerce portfolios. Drive accuracy in monthly closes, reconciliations, and process improvements while leveraging technology a...

Cornelius, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $125K *

Partner with us to drive sales success by engaging prospects and closing deals in a high-volume, fully remote environment. Leverage your talents in a supportive culture focused on performance and prof...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $151K *

Lead Finance analytics engineering and automation, transforming requirements into scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data usability, reliability, and decision...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$111K - $144K *

Champion revenue accuracy and compliance by managing financial reporting, close processes, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive process improvements and leverage data analytics to enhance operati...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by driving business growth in Public Safety. Own the full sales cycle, engage with key stakeholders, and leverage your expertise to enhance 911 Emergency Communications Centers acr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to lead construction administration projects, ensuring seamless execution from design to closeout. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage client relations, and drive project success...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $135K *

Transform strategic partnerships by driving revenue growth and expanding market presence. Engage with national agencies and brokers to build long-term relationships while managing complex accounts and...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $124K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by leading strategic growth initiatives, enhancing relationships, and driving revenue through innovative AI tools and workflows. Collaborate with teams to optim...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in retirement plan sales by collaborating with Financial Professionals and leveraging product knowledge. Drive strategic relationships and provide expert guidance to enhance client s...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$255K - $310K *

Lead a high-performing team to execute market access strategies, optimize payer engagement, and enhance product positioning. Drive collaboration across stakeholders to ensure effective reimbursement a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $131K *

Tackle complex digital sales initiatives in healthcare, driving portfolio growth and strategic collaborations to enhance customer engagement and meet business objectives. Focus on multi-region sales s...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $255K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives by developing account plans, fostering C-level relationships, and leading negotiations to maximize customer success and revenue growth across a diverse product portfo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in driving business growth for critical infrastructure in the NY/NJ region. Collaborate with local leaders to enhance market share, develop strategic alliances, and implement customer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise revenue growth by optimizing strategic relationships and managing the full sales cycle, ensuring alignment of solutions with client needs to expand portfolio with...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in cost management for a large-scale data center program, ensuring timely project delivery and budget adherence while engaging stakeholders and maintaining commercial controls in a dyn...

Frederick, MDRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $113K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in professional billing for Oncology and Acute Medicine. Lead a dedicated team, enhance revenue cycle performance, and ensure compliance while fosteri...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$240K - $300K *

Accelerate growth by spearheading enterprise-level partnerships and driving sales initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions for high-value clients and build im...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $215K *

Elevate business integrity by spearheading internal audits, enhancing risk assessments, and streamlining processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust controls, compliance, and effective...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $195K *

Empower your career by driving strategic growth and client relationships in the healthcare sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and achieve exceptional clien...

Omaha, NERemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.