Welcome to Senior Accountant Jobs

Discover a variety of top-notch senior accountant positions in diverse industries. Take your accounting career to the next level with roles that pay above $100,000 a year.

Why Choose a Career as a Senior Accountant?

Senior Accountants play a crucial role in financial decision-making processes, helping to lead companies forward. With the opportunity to work in various industries, a senior accountant job is a lucrative and rewarding career path.

What Does a Senior Accountant Do?

A Senior Accountant is responsible for preparing financial reports, performing account reconciliations, maintaining the general ledger, preparing tax returns, assisting with audit preparations, and performing other accounting duties as necessary.

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$75K - $95K *

Champion the accuracy of tax compliance by preparing federal and state tax returns, analyzing business transactions, and delivering timely insights. Foster collaboration while navigating a dynamic wor...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $100K *

Pioneer innovative financial processes and lead a dedicated accounting team. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure accuracy in reporting, and drive efficiency while supporting the success of the organ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial accuracy and process improvement. In this role, you'll manage month-end close, financial reporting, and collaborate across functions to streamline operations...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Elevate organizational accounting excellence by driving technical accounting solutions, ensuring GAAP compliance, navigating complexities of M&A activities, and collaborating with leadership to foster...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Lead complex accounting initiatives by applying U.S. GAAP principles, supporting M&A activities, and developing scalable accounting processes to drive organizational growth and improve financial repor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $117K *

Deliver high-quality client accounting services in real estate, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables while fostering collaboration and client relationships in a dynamic team environment...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Drive technical accounting excellence by managing entries, reconciliations, and compliance with GAAP, while preparing insightful financial reports and supporting audits, enhancing the organization's f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$89K *

Join a team that's committed to financial excellence as you manage accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance within reporting processes while supporting budgeting and cross-training effor...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $115K *

Optimize financial operations by leading accounting processes, enhancing reporting accuracy, and driving compliance initiatives across multiple locations, while collaborating with teams to improve eff...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $122K *

Manage the monthly close process, ensuring accurate journal entries and reconciliations while collaborating with teams to uphold compliance with GAAP and support audits, contributing to the overall fi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Accountant, where you'll oversee financial tracking, reporting, and compliance for critical construction projects, ensuring accuracy and cost control while collaborati...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you manage the full mortgage accounting cycle, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting while mentoring junior staff and optimizing processes for growth and inn...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $151K *

Unlock your potential in fixed asset accounting and support global finance initiatives. Contribute to compliance and system transformations in a collaborative team, while ensuring excellence in financ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $110K *

Transform financial operations by leading tax compliance and reporting, managing audits, and improving processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and to navigate regulatory changes, fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $124K *

Champion your accounting expertise by leading month-end close processes, ensuring compliance with IFRS and corporate policies, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate finan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$71K - $124K *

Lead the charge in ensuring precise financial reporting by executing month-end close activities and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain compliance with accounting standards and inter...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Transform global accounting processes by driving automation and digital solutions. Leverage analytical expertise to optimize financial performance and mentor teams in a fast-paced, collaborative envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Elevate your career by independently managing global accounting processes, enhancing efficiency through digital solutions. Collaborate across teams to drive improvements, maintain compliance, and ment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $85K *

Manage and oversee financial statements for multiple properties, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. Provide leadership and support to accountants, analyze variances, and foster effective client in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Manage the financial health of multifamily properties by overseeing full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, and collaboration with property management teams. Play a crucial role in ensuring accura...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $110K *

Innovate financial reporting processes for BDCs, ensure GAAP compliance, and enhance internal controls. Collaborate across departments, support audit functions, and drive automation in accounting prac...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $106K *

Champion transformative processes in cost and inventory accounting. Manage month-end close, variances, and audit compliance, driving efficiency through automation and cross-functional collaboration. Y...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate your sales career by driving growth within the US audit market. Take ownership of lead generation, client relationships, and demo execution to influence category leadership alongside an exp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$91K - $103K *

Lead the charge in grant accounting oversight ensuring compliance and precision while collaborating with finance and program teams to support audits and deliver timely financial reports for a diverse...

1 week ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of financial statement preparation for commercial and multifamily properties, ensuring compliance with GAAP while fostering collaboration within teams and delivering exceptional client...

5 days ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to be a senior accountant?question toggle

    Most senior accountant positions require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Some companies may prefer a candidate with a master’s degree or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

  • How much can a Senior Accountant earn annually?question toggle

    A Senior Accountant's salary can vary depending on the industry, location, and level of experience. However, on Ladders, all the jobs posted are over $100,000 per year.

  • What industries employ Senior Accountants?question toggle

    Senior Accountants are needed in every industry. They are commonly employed in finance, manufacturing, government, healthcare, and more.

  • What is the job growth outlook for Senior Accountants?question toggle

    The job market for Senior Accountants is stable. As industries expand, the need for experienced accountants continues to grow.