Senior Level Head of the Accounting Department Jobs

Senior level head of the accounting department jobs place experienced finance leaders in charge of departmental strategy, compliance oversight, and the teams and processes that keep the organization's financial operations running. Openings concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like TikTok, Texas A&M University, and Ahrefs hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles230+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerTikTok
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Work type77% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Head of Global Process Owner (GPO) for Order to Cash (OTC)
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Head of Global Process Owner (GPO) for Order to Cash (OTC)
Uber
Dallas, Texas
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
$159k - $197k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Head of Emerging Technology Strategy & Partnerships
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Head of Emerging Technology Strategy & Partnerships
Apple
Cupertino, California
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
$234k - $352k/yr
Master's degree in business administration
10,000+

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Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy
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Associate General Counsel, Head of Privacy
SimpliSafe
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Service
Customer Success
$219k - $300k/yr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Head of Channel Partnerships
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Head of Channel Partnerships
Amazon.com
Austin, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Success
Project & Program Management
$194k - $288k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Head of Engineering
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Head of Engineering
FAR.AI
Remote
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$225k - $350k/yr
Remote (US)
None

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Senior Level Head of the Accounting Department Job Market

Who's Hiring

TikTok8 open roles
Texas A&M University8 open roles
Ahrefs7 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software63
  • Education25
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals18
  • Banking & Financial Services16
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10

Senior Level Head of the Accounting Department Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level head of the accounting department job?

Candidates who land these roles typically demonstrate a combination of deep technical accounting expertise and proven leadership over full finance functions. Employers at this level expect you to have owned departmental outcomes, managed cross-functional relationships, and driven process improvements or compliance initiatives. Certifications like CPA or CMA strengthen your profile, and a history of mentoring junior staff signals the leadership readiness these positions demand.

Which companies hire senior level head of the accounting departments?

Companies hiring senior level head of the accounting departments right now include TikTok, Texas A&M University, and Ahrefs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from mid-size to large organizations, including publicly traded corporations, private equity-backed firms, and regional enterprises that need experienced leaders to own their entire accounting function.

Are there remote senior level head of the accounting department jobs?

Yes, though fully remote roles at this seniority are less common than hybrid arrangements given the cross-departmental coordination these positions require. About 23% of senior level head of the accounting department openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, giving experienced candidates meaningful flexibility while still meeting the leadership and oversight expectations of the role.

What makes a head of the accounting department role senior level?

Senior level roles carry full ownership of the accounting function, including setting departmental policies, overseeing close cycles, ensuring regulatory compliance, and presenting financial results to executive leadership. They require independent judgment on complex technical issues, responsibility for team performance and development, and the ability to align accounting operations with broader organizational goals without day-to-day management direction.

Which industries hire the most senior level head of the accounting departments?

Senior Level head of the accounting department roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Education, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive demand because their scale, regulatory obligations, and reporting complexity require experienced leaders who can manage both technical accounting standards and the people responsible for executing them.