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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$140K - $175K *

Unlock potential as you lead strategic account management for a major Telecom partner. Exciting opportunity to drive revenue growth, enhance market presence, and strengthen customer relationships in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $240K *

Pioneer your success as you drive strategic growth within the Enterprise segment, managing the entire sales cycle and delivering tailored solutions that accelerate client growth through our innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $115K *

Lead strategic healthcare communications programs, driving client success and business growth while inspiring a collaborative team culture and fostering relationships across multidisciplinary networks...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving financial integrity through strategic oversight and operational leadership in corporate accounting. Lead a dedicated team, ensure GAAP compliance, and partner with leadershi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

Innovate in a dynamic accounting role with a clear path to CFO. Oversee operations, enhance financial processes, and lead a team. Collaborate with executives to shape the firm’s financial strategies a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career as you bring your expertise to a dynamic firm, overseeing accounting operations while paving your path towards CFO leadership. Drive strategic initiatives, nurture teams, and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate your career as you oversee accounting operations, ensure compliance, support financial reporting, and guide strategic planning towards a future CFO role in a thriving insurance defense law...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $120K *

Help us oversee accounting operations and lead the transition to CFO. Manage daily functions, reporting, and team development while supporting firm growth and financial efficiency in a thriving legal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with this hands-on Accounting Manager role transitioning to CFO. Lead financial operations and reporting for a national law firm, ensuring compliance while fostering a high-performing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at a national law firm as an Accounting Manager, overseeing daily operations and driving financial accuracy. This hands-on role offers a clear path to transition to CFO, ideal for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to the financial success of a growing law firm by managing accounting operations, enhancing controls, and preparing financial statements. This role offers a clear path to CFO, fostering lea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in financial management for a growing law firm poised for expansion. Oversee accounting operations while developing strategic insights that contribute to future CFO accountability and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$145K *

Champion client success by leading accounting engagements, mentoring teams, and ensuring financial accuracy. Drive quality, manage risks, and enhance workflows to elevate performance across multiple c...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $175K *

Make your mark by driving sales growth in a key territory while building essential relationships and delivering strategic value to large enterprise clients in the Data Management space through consult...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Shape the future of our accounting team by overseeing financial reporting, guiding staff, and ensuring compliance across various funds and initiatives. Foster collaboration for seamless operations whi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K *

Partner with us to oversee complex grant accounting operations, ensuring compliance and financial oversight. Lead a small accounting team, contribute to audits, and maintain seamless financial managem...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in preparing federal and state tax returns while ensuring compliance and accuracy. Collaborate with diverse teams, conduct research, and contribute to positive customer experiences wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$72K - $115K *

Champion exceptional accounting practices by resolving complex financial challenges, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and GASB standards for opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$96K - $144K *

Champion the monthly financial closing cycle, oversee A/R, A/P, payroll, and analyses while ensuring compliance. Lead a team and collaborate with administrative departments to optimize financial perfo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Elevate financial integrity as you lead SOX compliance and manage external SEC reporting. Collaborate across business functions while enhancing internal controls in a dynamic environment committed to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $219K *

Join a team that drives finance operations with strategic insights, automates processes, and influences business decisions through data analysis, while guiding product financial evaluations and capita...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Partner with us to drive our accounting excellence, leading a dedicated team in managing compliance, general accounting, and financial reporting processes while supporting continuous growth and operat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Champion a dynamic Project Accounting team to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting in a fast-paced construction setting. Lead team development, streamline processes, and provide...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Engage in driving business growth by identifying new opportunities, leading strategic customer relationships, and collaborating across teams to enhance market presence and brand awareness in a dynamic...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

Lead a high-performing accounting team to enhance financial operations. Oversee month-end close, reporting, and audits while driving process improvements within a growing organization. Bring your acco...

3 days 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.