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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$125K - $200K *

Drive growth by building relationships and managing sales for energy solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver value while navigating complex customer needs and enterprise sales cycles to...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $215K *

Shape the future of global partnerships by leading strategic account management, driving growth, and fostering executive relationships. Oversee program success and team leadership to deliver exception...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K *

Empower growth by exceeding sales quotas and presenting innovative HCM/WFM solutions. Collaborate with decision-makers to identify opportunities and tailor proposals, driving success in a dynamic sale...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$79K - $127K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing health research through innovative statistical analysis and mentoring. Collaborate with investigators to design studies, prepare publications, and present fin...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading data initiatives and shaping insights through collaboration with stakeholders. Drive innovative BI solutions, ensuring clarity and reliability in analysis, while guidi...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $148K *

Drive sales growth by developing relationships in the refined fuels market. Lead strategic planning and marketing initiatives while ensuring exceptional customer service and market intelligence to enh...

Richmond, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $100K *

Elevate your career by overseeing global expense and corporate card programs. Manage operations, enhance compliance, and drive strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and employee experience acros...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth across North America by identifying and securing opportunities with automotive distributors, resellers, and enterprise customers, while fostering long-te...

Nashville, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading client engagements and analysis within our dynamic Salesforce practice. Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver innovative solutions that address current challenge...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $150K *

Accelerate national sales strategies and drive revenue growth by developing key accounts in the Telecom sector. Engage with C-level executives, ensuring customer needs are met while representing a div...

Sussex, WIRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $158K *

Unlock your potential by developing tools for Actuarial and Underwriting analysis. Collaborate with teams, document processes, and leverage SQL and Excel to drive insights while continuously learning...

Connecticut, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $150K *

Elevate digital partnerships by driving growth and engagement through strategic planning and relationship management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and expand technol...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $150K *

Champion your actuarial expertise to drive financial reporting and reserve setting for annuities. Collaborate on high-impact projects, adapt to evolving needs, and enhance reporting models in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $155K *

Transform healthcare by driving the adoption of MRD testing services. Collaborate with clinicians and key stakeholders to expand business opportunities and enhance patient outcomes in oncology diagnos...

California, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$123K - $164K *

Shape the future of analytics sales by building impactful relationships, leading complex sales cycles, and driving customer satisfaction to maximize their investment in Salesforce solutions across ent...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise sales in financial services. Drive strategy and execution across banking, insurance, and fintech, while building a high-performing team to navigate...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower healthcare organizations by driving sales of innovative Nurse Call solutions. Own the full sales cycle, engage with senior leaders, and leverage your expertise to navigate complex deals in a d...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $125K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Employer Health Solutions products, driving market competitiveness through collaboration, strategic analysis, and innovative development. Support regulatory compliance and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $153K *

Champion innovative AI-driven self-service solutions, enhancing employee experiences through ServiceNow. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, ensuring high-quality engineering from design t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $280K *

Engage with executive leadership to define financial strategy and enhance operational performance. Build and lead a modern finance function, shaping the future of a growing agricultural business throu...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead cost management for complex Life Sciences construction projects. Drive client success through effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and strategic cost planning w...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$60K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering small businesses through consultative sales. Leverage your sales expertise to manage client relationships and drive engagement in a flexible, remote environm...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $230K *

Empower oncology practices by driving product adoption and building relationships with key stakeholders. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance patient access and optimize territory management while ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal role overseeing financial management, budgeting, and compliance. Collaborate with leadership to provide insights that drive operational decisions and ensure organizational sustainabi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $155K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic partnerships with major oncology centers, maximizing client engagement, and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate across departments to achieve business g...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.