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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$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

5 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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the revenue accounting process by owning the Order to Cash cycle, ensuring compliance with ASC 606, and driving automation for billing accuracy. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex reven...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $156K *

Innovate solutions as an associate actuary, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance workers' compensation coverage and drive strategic insights that impact stakeholders across Oregon and beyond...

Oregon, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate executive talent acquisition by managing full lifecycle searches for top leaders. Engage with diverse talent pools, conduct market analysis, and partner strategically with leadership to enh...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in financial reporting and internal controls, overseeing consolidated statements, audits, and compliance. Collaborate with finance teams and external auditors while mentoring a small t...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $135K *

Champion revenue growth by building strategic customer relationships, driving sales through prospecting, expert consultations, and tailored proposals. Collaborate effectively to meet client needs and...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Drive your career with a strategic role leading product vision and evolution in the Servicing domain. Transform customer interactions across policy management and claims, ensuring intuitive, scalable...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative cancer screening solutions, engaging healthcare providers and enhancing patient outcomes. Leverage your sales expertise to promote groundbreaking technologies a...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $190K *

Engage with mid-sized customers to drive IoT solutions, managing complex sales cycles and building relationships with key stakeholders. Your efforts will directly impact industries that keep our world...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $190K *

Elevate your career by driving IoT solutions for mid-sized customers. Engage with executives, manage trials, and negotiate pricing to deliver impactful sensor data solutions. Join a high-performance s...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Champion the growth of our inmate phone business by driving sales, developing marketing strategies, and ensuring customer satisfaction across multiple states. Collaborate with teams to enhance service...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $118K *

Accelerate growth by managing key accounts and enhancing partnerships in retail and food service. Drive innovative cleaning and sanitation solutions while building strong relationships across all orga...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $146K *

Unlock potential by managing pricing and promotion processes, providing analytical support to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate performance and deliver actionab...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $230K *

Transform the oncology landscape by driving product success and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage your expertise to enhance patient access and deliver innovative solutions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $185K *

Empower your sales career by building relationships with healthcare providers, driving revenue growth and championing AI-based medical solutions to transform cancer care for patients and physicians...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape your career as a strategic leader focused on driving growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, and expanding market presence through effective sales strategies and key account management...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of accounting and technology, acting as the Subject Matter Expert for enterprise clients. Guide critical financial processes and drive product adoption while co...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$152K - $190K *

Lead the charge in transforming mid-sized businesses with IoT solutions. Drive sales through engaging with executives, managing trials, and negotiating complex deals, all while making a real-world imp...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate operational excellence by managing key account performance, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring seamless service delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform data into act...

Belleville, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.