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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$90K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading fund operations with technical excellence, client service, and operational integrity, while managing a dedicated team and overseeing complex private equity accounting de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $110K *

Join us to optimize financial reporting and analysis, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with GAAP and statutory requirements while supporting the management of transactions in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$77K - $111K *

Manage property tax compliance and planning activities, ensuring accurate filings and supporting audits. Collaborate with stakeholders, analyze assessments, and identify tax savings opportunities acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$141K - $214K *

Solve complex sales challenges by leveraging your expertise in the US Department of War and driving strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to acquire new accounts and enhance client...

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Reposted 6 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading accounting functions, enhancing financial reporting, and optimizing processes for scalability. Drive compliance and accountability while supporting transitio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Empower financial accuracy and efficiency as you lead accounting practices, manage budgeting processes, and ensure compliance with accounting standards while fostering a supportive team environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $125K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing out-of-home advertising. You'll drive revenue growth, nurture client relationships, and showcase innovative technology solutions, working closely with industry leade...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Advance financial accuracy by preparing complex financial statements, budgets, and analyses while ensuring compliance with GAAP. Collaborate with senior management to tackle accounting challenges and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K *

Shape the future of financial operations by leading day-to-day accounting, ensuring compliance, and driving efficiency in a dynamic environment that values initiative and thoroughness...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $135K *

Champion financial excellence by leading grant and project accounting efforts. Oversee compliance, ensure accurate reporting, and collaborate with program leadership to enhance financial management an...

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

$120K - $135K *

Discover the opportunity to lead project accounting efforts, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy across diverse funding sources while supporting program leadership in fiscal oversight and strat...

Today

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

$120K - $135K *

Join a dedicated team managing financial operations across diverse grants, ensuring compliance and accuracy while empowering program leadership with essential financial insights and oversight for effe...

Today

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

$85K - $110K *

Drive excellence in revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606. Partner cross-functionally to enhance financial reporting accuracy while managing day-to-day accounting activities...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Empower a high-performing team to drive financial governance and compliance across corporate functions, ensuring accuracy and collaboration in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in a complex, dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $139K *

Champion your career by ensuring revenue integrity and compliance through meticulous accounting and collaboration with key stakeholders. Drive strategic initiatives while supporting monthly close proc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Join us in enhancing our accounting function. Lead revenue accounting, financial reporting, and compliance while collaborating across teams in a dynamic, growth-driven environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $112K *

Lead the charge in executing internal audits, assessing risks, and enhancing governance processes. Partner with management to improve controls while mentoring junior staff and ensuring compliance acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $109K *

Shape the future of financial services by managing complex fund accounting tasks. Leverage your expertise to oversee daily NAV calculations, ensure compliance with regulations, and collaborate with in...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $109K *

Unlock potential by ensuring accurate daily net asset values for mutual fund clients. Collaborate within a supportive team in a dynamic, casual environment while managing multiple funds and advancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Discover the opportunity to drive finance optimization through expert cost accounting and inventory management solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and delivering exceptional value to clients b...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing audit engagements, ensuring compliance, client satisfaction, and operational excellence while mentoring staff and enhancing firm growth through valuable insights and strate...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping financial strategies by contributing to comprehensive budgeting and reporting processes, while collaborating with diverse teams for optimal operational readiness in a challe...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $115K *

Drive strategic finance initiatives by analyzing performance, building reliable financial models, and collaborating across teams to optimize business outcomes that inform executive-level decision-maki...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Accounting & Reporting Advisory engagements, driving client solutions through technical accounting research, financial statement preparation, and operational improvements a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at key client engagements by leading sophisticated accounting advisory services, enhancing financial processes, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards across diverse ind...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.