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 - $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

$88K - $129K *

Drive impactful sales initiatives and strengthen key retail partnerships through strategic planning and execution, leveraging analytical insights to foster business growth and enhance customer relatio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to strategic leadership in engineering management, aligning execution with business goals. Drive portfolio success, enhance client satisfaction, and empower teams to optimize performance in...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth by developing strong relationships with Fleet Accounts, executing strategic sales plans, and collaborating with product teams to enhance business margins and cu...

Lisle, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team where you will leverage your sales expertise to drive growth and lead initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with talented p...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $142K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth and market share in the Urology sector. Build strong relationships, leverage clinical expertise, and navigate the healthcare landscape to exceed objectives whil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving growth by identifying and developing Large Enterprise sales opportunities, ensuring customer satisfaction, and implementing strategic account plans to maximize revenue and b...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic sales role focused on the full customer journey, from prospecting to closing, in a fast-paced cybersecurity environment. Maximize your impact and earnings while buildi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage clients by driving the full sales cycle of AI solutions, converting leads and exploring growth opportunities while collaborating across teams to enhance client outcomes and product evolution...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of key Mid-Market accounts, driving sales success through strategic planning, relationship building, and effective execution of sales cycles. Collaborate with partners to enhance revenu...

Detroit, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives in the Silicon Valley Mid-Enterprise territory, deepening customer relationships and driving multi-product adoption through effective engagement and negotiation with s...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Lead the charge in expanding relationships within Mid-Enterprise accounts, driving strategic growth and multi-product adoption in a dynamic field sales environment. Engage with senior decision-makers...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at driving sales engagements within assigned regional accounts. Build executive relationships, generate a robust pipeline, and implement strategic territory plans to achieve sales...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive sales success by engaging with Regional Accounts, creating strategic plans, and building executive relationships to achieve quarterly goals and expand market presence in network security solutio...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving sales engagements within regional accounts, creating strategic territory plans, and building executive relationships to achieve sales goals and promote industry leadership i...

New Orleans, LARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with key clients as you drive sales in assigned territories, developing relationships and creating strategic plans to achieve quarterly sales goals, while promoting the company as a leader in U...

Oklahoma City, OKRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive direct sales strategies to effectively grow existing and new accounts, develop key executive relationships, and exceed quarterly sales goals in the network security sector through insightful col...

Houston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $256K *

Pioneer new customer acquisition strategies, focusing on major U.S. retailers. Lead negotiations and establish profitable relationships while managing the full sales cycle from pursuit to launch, ensu...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while leading a team to deliver timely wage payments and manage tax obligations effectively across the organization...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of inventory management by analyzing trends, generating forecasts, and ensuring product availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain performance and dr...

Newark, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as the primary relationship owner for automotive dealer accounts, focusing on customer retention, product adoption, and strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Alberta, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead strategic account services, driving revenue growth and client satisfaction through innovative pharmaceutical marketing initiatives while mentoring and developing talent wit...

West Chester, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $180K *

Engage with clients to drive revenue growth through innovative consumer insights and data solutions. As a key player, you'll build relationships, identify opportunities, and lead the sales process to...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Optimize sales cycles and foster customer relationships by owning the end-to-end process of selling innovative multi-product solutions while collaborating with teams to drive growth and deliver tailor...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to shape tax strategies and provide excellent service, guiding clients through complex tax scenarios while leading a professional staff. Engage in diverse tax projects and foster...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.