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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$234K - $322K *

Transform global revenue accounting and order-to-cash processes in a dynamic healthcare environment. Lead a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and driving systems improvements fo...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $250K *

Unlock new client potential by leading financial advisory teams to acquire high-net-worth clients. Drive business growth through strategic marketing and relationship building, ensuring exceptional ser...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales and build relationships in the public safety sector. Leverage your expertise to manage accounts, develop strategic plans, and influence technology decisions, ensurin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$240K - $300K *

Drive revenue growth by engaging top-tier law firms, cultivating relationships, and executing strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to exceed sales targets and enhance market presen...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$164K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining account management by driving growth and retention for complex health systems. Build strategic relationships with C-suite executives and lead cross-functional teams to de...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Transform healthcare by owning client relationships, guiding clinics through onboarding, and ensuring long-term success. Leverage your expertise to analyze workflows and drive impactful solutions in a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $125K *

Drive portfolio success by leading and mentoring Property Managers, optimizing operations, and enhancing marketing strategies while ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders...

Texas, USRemote

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

$95K - $115K *

Analyze financial performance and operational metrics to support strategic growth initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting accuracy and drive insights for decision-mak...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth in refinery and petrochemical markets. As a key commercial leader, you'll manage high-value opportunities, negotiate strategic deals, and ensure flawless project deli...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Join our team to lead quality engineering transformations across multiple platform portfolios, championing automation and innovation while developing exceptional engineering talent to elevate quality...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $147K *

Lead the charge in account management by cultivating client relationships, overseeing projects, and driving strategic initiatives. Utilize your expertise to enhance agency performance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $255K *

Partner with us to drive revenue growth by engaging in sales pursuits, demonstrating business value, and advising teams on value management principles to ensure successful customer outcomes and impact...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex institutional partnerships, driving customer success and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance account growth, manage contracts, and optimize platform implemen...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming digital experiences by leveraging your expertise in sales engineering. Collaborate with top brands to drive technical discovery and showcase the value of innovative sol...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on driving sales in regional accounts. Engage with key stakeholders, develop strategic plans, and leverage relationships to exceed sales targets while prom...

Austin, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the Mid-Market segment by managing key accounts, executing strategic sales plans, and fostering relationships to exceed revenue targets. Your expertise will shape...

Kansas City, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Inspire and elevate employee engagement through strategic internal communications. Collaborate with leaders to craft and deliver impactful messaging that drives understanding of company goals and fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $220K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a comprehensive reinsurance data pipeline while developing sophisticated models for pricing, reserving, and capital optimization. Collaborate with cross-functi...

Stamford, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $198K *

Grow your career with a strategic sales role focused on enterprise software solutions. Drive growth by managing complex accounts, fostering executive relationships, and leading transformative initiati...

Texas, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $111K *

Unlock your potential by leading business and functional requirements for Medicaid financial management. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance payment operations and ensure compliance while drivin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K *

Unlock growth by managing strategic global accounts and driving innovative packaging solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify new business opportunities and lead complex negotiat...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $144K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer and associate experiences by executing strategic engagement initiatives with clients, driving sales through relationship building and critical analysis of perform...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by driving new business growth across North America. Own the full sales cycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and build trusted relationships to position the company as a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $230K *

Empower your career as a Senior Infrastructure Engineer focusing on enhancing Lakehouse infrastructure, security, and cost efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $122K *

Drive impactful change as a Senior Product Analyst, leading cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable Workday Compensation solutions. Mentor junior analysts and influence strategic decisions...

Mississauga, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.