How much do remote accountants make?

Remote accountants earn $55,000-$150,000 depending on experience and credentials. Staff accountants earn $55,000-$75,000, senior accountants $75,000-$100,000, and accounting managers $95,000-$135,000. CPAs earn 15-20% more than non-certified accountants. Remote controllers earn $130,000-$180,000. Big 4 firms (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) now offer fully remote positions at standard compensation levels.

What remote finance jobs are available?

Remote finance roles include bookkeeper ($42,000-$62,000), staff accountant ($55,000-$75,000), financial analyst ($70,000-$105,000), FP&A analyst ($80,000-$125,000), tax preparer ($50,000-$95,000), senior accountant ($75,000-$100,000), and controller ($120,000-$180,000). Fintech companies offer the most remote finance positions. 65% of corporate finance roles now allow remote work, up from 15% in 2019.

What certifications do remote finance jobs require?

CPA (Certified Public Accountant) is required for senior accounting roles and increases salary 15-20%. CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) benefits investment analysis positions. CMA (Certified Management Accountant) applies to FP&A and management accounting. QuickBooks and Xero certifications are valuable for bookkeeping roles. CPA requires 150 credit hours and passing four exams; most candidates complete it in 12-18 months.

How do remote finance teams protect sensitive data?

VPN connections encrypt all data transmission. SOC 2 compliant cloud software (NetSuite, QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct) meets security requirements. Two-factor authentication is mandatory. Access controls limit data to need-to-know basis. Employers provide secure laptops with endpoint protection and remote wipe capability. Annual security training is required. Cloud accounting platforms exceed on-premise security standards at 85% of organizations.

Can I work remotely as an entry-level accountant?

Entry-level remote accounting positions include accounts payable clerk ($38,000-$50,000), accounts receivable specialist ($40,000-$52,000), junior accountant ($48,000-$62,000), and bookkeeper ($42,000-$58,000). Accounting degree or bookkeeping certificate improves chances. QuickBooks Online certification demonstrates practical skills. Tax season (January-April) creates surge hiring for remote positions, with many converting to permanent roles.

How do I become a remote bookkeeper?

Complete QuickBooks Online certification ($150, 2-4 weeks) and Xero certification (free, 1-2 weeks). Learn accounting fundamentals through community college courses or Coursera ($39/month). Start with small business clients through referrals or platforms like Belay and Bench. Bookkeepers earn $25-$50/hour; certified bookkeepers managing 10+ clients earn $70,000-$100,000. No degree required—certification and client results matter.

What is FP&A and how much does it pay?

FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) builds budgets, forecasts, and financial models to guide business strategy. FP&A analysts earn $80,000-$120,000, senior analysts $110,000-$150,000, and FP&A managers $140,000-$190,000. Excel modeling and SQL skills are mandatory. Experience with Adaptive Insights, Anaplan, or Workday Adaptive Planning increases marketability. FP&A is the highest-paying finance track outside of investment banking.

What accounting software should I learn for remote jobs?

QuickBooks Online dominates small/medium business accounting with 80% market share—certification is essential. Xero is the leading alternative, especially for international companies. NetSuite serves mid-market and enterprise companies. SAP and Oracle are required for Fortune 500 roles. Excel proficiency is universal. Most companies train on their specific software, but QuickBooks + Excel qualifies candidates for 75% of remote accounting positions.

Remote Finance and Accounting Jobs in Australia (68)

Tax Accountant (AU) | Work From Home | 50K SOB

Intogreat Solutions Philippines · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Intogreat Solutions Philippines

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Tax Accountant

Prepare and review workpapers, financial statements, and tax returns for companies, trusts, and individuals. Manage BAS and IAS preparation while providing direct tax advice and support to clients using Xero.

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Financial Management for Nurses - Online Facilitation

Linc Education Services Pte Ltd · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Linc Education Services Pte Ltd

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Provide subject matter guidance, academic support, and assessment marking for online nursing students. Manage discussion forums and conduct 1:1 sessions for doubt resolution and academic guidance.

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Head of Finance

Art Processors · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Art Processors

🌎 Australia 💵 160K - 180K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the financial strategy and manage all accounting, reporting, budgeting, and FP&A functions for the organization. Oversee business intelligence and data while leading a finance team to support both project-based and software product businesses.

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Staff Accountant (Remote)

White Tiger Connections · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

White Tiger Connections

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Staff Accountant

Manage a portfolio of 15-20 monthly bookkeeping and accounting clients from start to finish. Perform full-cycle accounting tasks including transaction coding, reconciliations, and the preparation of monthly financial statements.

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Payroll Specialist Lead - Australia (Individual Contributor)

Remote · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Remote

🌎 Australia 💵 102K - 114K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Payroll Specialist

Act as a subject matter expert for Australian payroll, managing end-to-end processing, statutory filings, and compliance. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring payroll specialists to improve operational processes.

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Operations and Accounting Assistant (OpsVA)

Remote Office · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Remote Office

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Coordinate daily workflows for an accounting practice, including bookkeeping, payroll, and reporting using ClickUp. Support the CEO with operational planning, system optimization, and quality oversight of financial workpapers.

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Consultant Gig #1027–Remote Australia Wide–Civil Engineering–Strategic Procurement

Internal Consulting Group · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Internal Consulting Group

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

The consultant will identify procurement consolidation opportunities to drive cost savings and elevate the group procurement function to an enterprise-wide strategic capability. Key tasks include spend analysis, developing category strategies, and designing the operating model and governance for the function.

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AU Tax Manager | Work From Home | 30K SOB 24 APPLICANTS

Intogreat Solutions Philippines · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Intogreat Solutions Philippines

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Tax Manager

Manage workflow and lead a team of accountants in reviewing workpapers, financial statements, and tax returns. Provide technical support and guidance on complex tax matters while liaising directly with clients.

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Senior Finance Consultant: Corporate Strategy & Research - Remote Advisory (Sydney)

Prolific Academic Ltd · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Prolific Academic Ltd

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Review comprehensive financial reports to identify key fiscal drivers and provide executive consulting on corporate finance and risk. Validate B2B research outputs to ensure they reflect practical high-level financial management realities.

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Senior Finance Consultant: Corporate Strategy & Research - Remote Advisory (Brisbane)

Prolific Academic Ltd · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Prolific Academic Ltd

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

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Senior Finance Consultant: Corporate Strategy & Research - Remote Advisory (Melbourne)

Prolific Academic Ltd · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Prolific Academic Ltd

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

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Finance & Banking Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Axiom Talent Platform

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of financing and security documentation for financial services and corporate clients. Provide legal guidance on regulatory compliance, AML/KYC obligations, and strategic financing initiatives.

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SAP HCM European Payroll Support, Manager

Strada · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Strada

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Deliver expert guidance and technical support for SAP Payroll implementations, ensuring alignment with client requirements and best practices. Manage project milestones, customize solutions for European countries, and support go-live activities to ensure system readiness.

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Google Ads Media Buyer

EER Poland · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

EER Poland

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage and optimize a portfolio of e-commerce Google Ads accounts across Search, Shopping, Performance Max, and Display. Drive revenue growth and profitability through data-driven optimization and clear client communication.

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Senior Commercial Finance Manager

Harrison.ai · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Harrison.ai

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Finance Manager

Lead FP&A, reporting automation, and the commercial deal desk to support strategic decision-making. Partner cross-functionally to migrate reporting to automated systems and manage sales incentive frameworks.

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Junior Media Buyer

GAINS · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

GAINS

🌎 Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Responsible for the daily setup, management, and optimization of paid Facebook and Instagram ad campaigns to generate cost-effective leads. Tasks include performance reporting, auditing campaigns, and collaborating with account managers to ensure client success.

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Payroll Specialist Lead - Australia

Remote · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Remote

🌎 Australia 💵 102K - 114K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Payroll Specialist

Act as a subject matter expert for Australia to manage end-to-end payroll processing, statutory filings, and compliance. You will also mentor payroll specialists and collaborate with Finance, Product, and Engineering stakeholders to improve processes.

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Payroll Specialist Lead - Australia

Remote · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Remote

🌎 Australia 💵 102K - 114K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Payroll Specialist

Act as a subject matter expert for Australia to manage end-to-end payroll processing, statutory filings, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and mentor other payroll specialists.

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Sr. Manager, Finance

KoBold Metals · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

KoBold Metals

🌎 Australia, Botswana, Canada, Finland, Namibia, South Africa, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the FP&A function by owning cash forecasting, developing analytical models, and creating actionable financial reporting to support global operations. Partner with technical teams to drive cost discipline and implement AI-enabled workflows and scalable financial systems.

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Project Billing Accountant

Aston Carter · Full Time · 5 Weeks Ago

Aston Carter

🌎 Australia 💵 $28 - $34 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Manage the full project invoicing lifecycle, including setup, billing compliance, and complex closeout reconciliations for engineering or architectural projects. Act as a subject matter expert for project accounting software and collaborate with project managers to track milestones and deliverables.

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International Tax Senior Manager

KoBold Metals · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

KoBold Metals

🌎 Australia, Botswana, Canada, Finland, Namibia, South Africa, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia 💵 $160K - $200K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage international direct and indirect tax compliance across multiple global jurisdictions while driving tax strategy and planning. Develop tax-efficient corporate structures and leverage AI tools for financial forecasting and operational decision-making.

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Payroll Specialist Lead - Australia

Remote · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Remote

🌎 Australia 💵 102K - 114K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Payroll Specialist

Act as a subject matter expert for Australia to manage end-to-end payroll processing, statutory filings, and compliance. The role involves managing stakeholder relationships, ensuring data integrity, and mentoring other payroll specialists.

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Payroll Specialist Lead - Australia

Remote - Referral Board · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Remote - Referral Board

🌎 Australia 💵 102K - 114K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Payroll Specialist

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Senior PDBI Insurance Analyst

scyai.com · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

scyai.com

🌎 Australia, Germany, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Conduct deep technical research on PDBI market capacity, pricing, and underwriting strategies. Draft detailed internal memos and analyze systemic industry issues regarding coverage disputes and unpaid losses.

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Senior Manager, Payroll Compliance & International Operations (Sydney, Australia)

Figma · Full Time · 6 Weeks Ago

Figma

🌎 Australia ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead payroll operations across APAC and EMEA to ensure accurate and compliant processing. Partner with global vendors and cross-functional teams to standardize processes and manage regulatory risks.

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Accountant / Senior Accountant

Findex · Full Time · 7 Weeks Ago

Findex

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Prepare tax returns, financial statements, and business advice for a diverse client base across agriculture, retail, and mining industries. Senior Accountants are additionally responsible for coaching, mentoring, and reviewing the work of junior team members.

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Project Controller / Coordinator

Fennec Services Pty Ltd · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Fennec Services Pty Ltd

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Controller

The role involves monitoring a portfolio of construction projects, managing contracts, variations, and RFIs to ensure smooth project execution. Responsibilities include tracking timelines, managing costs, and overseeing project documentation and crew planning.

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Manager / Senior Manager, Corporate Tax - Remote, Hybrid and Flexible Work Options

Grant Thornton Australia · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Grant Thornton Australia

🌎 Australia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage overall client engagements, including tax compliance, advisory services, and relationship management. Identify growth opportunities, lead business development, and provide leadership and coaching to team members.

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Junior Financial Adviser / Professional Year Candidate

Skye Wealth · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Skye Wealth

🌎 Australia ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Support initial client engagement and the preparation of insurance proposals and Statements of Advice. Manage ongoing client communication and ensure insurance applications are implemented and tracked effectively.

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Financial Adviser - Risk Insurance Specialist

Skye Wealth · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Skye Wealth

🌎 Australia ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The adviser will act as the primary contact for new clients, preparing and delivering insurance proposals while managing ongoing relationships. They will also collaborate with the support team to implement applications and mentor junior staff members.

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