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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$80K - $120K *

Empower growth by leading the in-house accounting operations while establishing scalable processes. Collaborate with finance teams and external partners, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Transform financial operations by driving compliance and process improvements in our growing team. Manage the entire accounting lifecycle while providing strategic insights to support business decisio...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead and manage the accounting activities for captive insurance portfolios, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance while providing strategic support to clients and engaging with stakehol...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $95K *

Engage with cross-functional teams in Finance & Accounting, driving month-end close and supporting revenue analysis. Leverage your expertise to pave the way for process improvements and ensure complia...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Own the GL close and manage revenue recognition, collections, and intercompany transactions. Collaborate cross-functionally, improve processes, and lead audit preparation in a fast-paced, remote-first...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$70K - $95K *

Shape our finance initiatives by driving month-end close activities, enhancing operational processes, and spearheading ERP system implementations. Collaborate across functions to ensure financial inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by driving month-end close processes and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. This role blends technical accounting skills with operational execution to enhance efficiency during...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic firm by managing month-end close and consolidated reporting. Collaborate with teams on technical accounting in a fast-paced environment while utilizing cutting-edge ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring precise accounting and compliance in treasury and tax operations. You will play a key role in cash management, tax coordination, and process improvements while...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Deliver key insights in revenue recognition and finance operations. Lead ASC 606 compliance and support audits, while enhancing policies and automation for revenue processes to ensure accuracy and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $110K *

Optimize financial accuracy and internal controls while driving monthly closings, reconciliations, and payroll accounting. Collaborate across teams, improve processes, and lead accounting activities i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $120K *

Optimize accounting processes and spearhead data migration to a new ERP system. Drive financial accuracy and reporting, paving the way for a leadership role post-transition. Collaborate with teams and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $140K *

Advance revenue recognition processes by analyzing complex data and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy under ASC 606 in a high-volume SaaS environment, driving continuous imp...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$96K - $106K *

Optimize our revenue accounting processes by leading complex subscription billing operations, ensuring compliance with ASC 606, and leveraging AI tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy across the bi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving financial accuracy and process improvements through commissions accounting, month-end close activities, and data integration. This role offers strong growth opportunities wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$69K - $118K *

Transform your career by supporting global accounting functions, managing cash processes, and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency while maintaining comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $110K *

Drive the establishment of our accounting function, ensuring timely financial closes, thorough auditing processes, and robust policy development to support company growth and operational excellence...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $140K *

Unlock your potential by leading vital accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy and controls while driving continuous improvement processes in a dynamic, growth-focused startup environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Empower financial integrity by overseeing core accounting processes, enhancing automation through innovative AI solutions, and collaborating cross-functionally for strategic insights that drive decisi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$76K - $93K *

Lead the charge in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance in the government contracting sector. Take ownership of general ledger activities and report directly to the Controlle...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $129K *

Transform revenue accounting processes by analyzing trends, facilitating audits, and supporting financial modeling. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy in reporting and enhance operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career as a Senior Revenue Accountant, owning end-to-end revenue processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance policies and contribute to financial reporting excell...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading revenue accounting initiatives, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 across software and services. Collaborate with various teams and play a vital role in enhancing financial o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $92K *

Contribute to federal, state, and local tax compliance, focusing on sales and use tax. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate filings, monitor legislation, and engage in tax research, enhancing pro...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $115K *

Shape the future of our accounting operations by taking ownership of end-to-end AR and AP processes. Drive accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting, SOP development, and team management while en...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.