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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$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

$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

$81K - $138K *

Empower financial institutions by translating complex pricing needs into actionable solutions. Collaborate with clients and technical teams to enhance profitability tools, ensuring optimal adoption an...

Wilmington, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $200K *

Lead a national team of Key Account Leaders to drive sales in campus public safety, focusing on recruitment, coaching, and team performance. Shape strategies to enhance sales effectiveness and adapt t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Oversee complex accounts for medium and large enterprises, driving revenue growth and protecting strategic relationships. Lead renewal negotiations and migrations, utilizing data insights for effectiv...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic growth initiatives with major Canadian Communications Service Providers, leveraging executive relationships and technical expertise to drive cybersecurity solutions and achieve measurab...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of sales in Higher Education and Healthcare by driving growth, managing key relationships, and overseeing the full sales process from lead generation to installation, ensuring custome...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support high-net-worth clients by preparing complex tax returns, coordinating engagements, and mentoring Associates while enhancing your technical and leadership skills in a col...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$121K - $145K *

Strategize financial operations and enhance reporting accuracy while leading the finance team. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive financial sustainability and operational efficiency across bu...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering leadership across diverse portfolios. You'll drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and enhance technical consistency while ensuring sust...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$247K - $309K *

Champion strategic growth by driving competitive displacement, building relationships, and implementing effective sales strategies while exceeding targets and addressing complex data challenges in a c...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $89K *

Unlock potential by managing clinical trial agreements and budgets, ensuring compliance and timely execution. Collaborate with legal and site personnel to facilitate smooth negotiations and maintain a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Engage with customers and stakeholders to drive complex New Nuclear projects, enhancing relationships and achieving sales targets. Manage the sales process from opportunity to order closure for advanc...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by driving enterprise solutions forward. Leverage your SaaS sales expertise to build strong client relationships, effectively manage opportunities, and deliver impactful solution...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$129K - $162K *

Develop and lead actuarial processes for Medicare Value-Based Care, managing monthly results, payer settlements, and special projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $173K *

Drive growth and profitability by managing complex dealer relationships, executing strategic initiatives, and collaborating across teams to enhance portfolio performance and customer satisfaction whil...

Jacksonville Beach, FLRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in data center and energy markets. Identify new business opportunities, build strategic client relationships, and leverage technical expertise to deliver integrated...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive new customer relationships and expand existing accounts by leveraging technology solutions. Achieve sales quotas through strategic outreach and collaboration with internal teams, while maintaini...

Tennessee, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $108K *

Drive customer success by managing technical relationships and advocating for best practices in public cloud environments. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer experiences and ensure alignment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $178K *

Join a team where you'll lead strategic engagements with customers, shaping technology roadmaps and driving value through innovative solutions, while fostering relationships and technical expertise to...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $178K *

Bring your expertise to develop strategic technology roadmaps and drive customer success by providing technical insights, building trusted relationships, and overcoming challenges in highly dynamic bu...

Florida, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.