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 Canada (489)

Credit Risk Strategist, Risk Foundations

Stripe · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Stripe

🌎 Canada, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Strategist will manage a rapidly growing merchant portfolio by guiding Stripe’s credit strategy and devising growth-friendly solutions to reduce overall credit risk. Responsibilities include developing scalable methods to identify, measure, and control end-to-end risks across the user lifecycle, often involving shipping code for rapid iteration.

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Used Vehicle Buyer - Vancouver

FFUN Group · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

FFUN Group

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The primary responsibilities involve actively sourcing used vehicles from various channels like private sellers and online marketplaces, assessing their value using market data, and negotiating purchase prices to secure inventory for the company. This includes coordinating the final purchase, payment processing, and transportation logistics while maintaining supplier relationships.

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Used Vehicle Buyer - Winnipeg

FFUN Group · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

FFUN Group

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The primary duties involve actively sourcing used vehicles from private sellers, online marketplaces, and industry networks, and negotiating purchase prices to secure inventory. This includes assessing vehicle value based on market data and condition, coordinating purchases, and maintaining supplier relationships.

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Senior Accountant

Spellbook · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Spellbook

🌎 Canada 💵 78000 - 120K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Senior Accountant will own core accounting operations, including managing the financial close process, preparing consolidated financial statements across multiple entities, and ensuring compliance with ASPE/GAAP. This role also involves managing complex SaaS revenue recognition, coordinating cross-border tax matters, and supporting financial audits.

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Junior Financial Analyst

Ratehub · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Ratehub

🌎 Canada 💵 50000 - 65000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

The role involves maintaining systems to track, reconcile, and report data for mortgage or insurance transactions, including revenues, costs, and commissions, while also ensuring the accuracy of costs and revenues in Salesforce at a transactional level. Responsibilities also include supporting month-end and year-end close processes through the preparation and maintenance of working papers and responding to agent inquiries regarding transactions.

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Investment Specialist, BMO InvestorLine Remote

BMO · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

BMO

🌎 Canada 💵 36600 - 67500 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The specialist will understand customer needs to provide wealth and investment sales and service, advising on strategies and products that meet customer objectives while achieving sales targets. This role also involves identifying referrals, managing transactional outcomes, and maintaining current knowledge of investment markets and regulatory requirements.

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Mortgage Underwriter

Neo Financial · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Neo Financial

🌎 Canada 💵 60000 - 80000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

Mortgage Underwriters will be responsible for reviewing documentation and underwriting mortgage deals from across the country, working closely with the Sales team and brokers to find effective customer solutions. Key tasks include underwriting complex loans, executing clear communication regarding the mortgage process, and liaising with partners on file status updates.

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Finance - Senior Financial Accountant

SOCAN - The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

SOCAN - The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada

🌎 Canada 💵 84480 - 105K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The role involves managing all aspects of financial accounting, including preparing financial statements, quarterly board reporting, audit preparation, and handling transfer pricing and intercompany transactions. This position will also lead budget and forecast preparation, recommend efficiencies, and assist in financial statement review when needed.

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Director of Finance, Constellation Real Estate Group

Perseus Group, Constellation Software · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Perseus Group, Constellation Software

🌎 Canada 💵 135K - 165K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role is responsible for managing the production of management accounts, accounting compliance, financial reporting, and financial analysis across the entire Real Estate portfolio. Key duties include managing the overall business P&L, full-cycle accounting processes, and leading and developing an offshore team.

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Benefits Specialist (Work From Home)

Spade Recruiting · · 13 Weeks Ago

Spade Recruiting

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves connecting with individuals who requested information about supplemental benefit programs, guiding them through available options via inbound and outbound calls, and scheduling virtual appointments. Key duties also include presenting benefit options, assisting with applications, maintaining accurate records, and participating in ongoing training.

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Investment Specialist, BMO InvestorLine Trilingual (Mandarin&Cantonse) Remote

BMO · · 13 Weeks Ago

BMO

🌎 Canada 💵 36600 - 67500 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role involves understanding customer wealth and investment needs, advising on appropriate strategies and products, and executing sales and service activities in compliance with procedures. The specialist must also proactively identify opportunities, make referrals, and maintain current knowledge of market trends and regulatory requirements.

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Financial Analyst

Ratehub · · 13 Weeks Ago

Ratehub

🌎 Canada 💵 55000 - 68000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will maintain systems to track, reconcile, and report data for mortgage or insurance transactions, including revenues, costs, and commissions, while also ensuring the accuracy of financial records in Salesforce. This role involves supporting month-end and year-end close processes and responding to internal queries regarding transaction breakdowns.

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Accounting Manager

AXA · · 14 Weeks Ago

AXA

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager will be responsible for managing the closing of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements across local, regional, and central reporting levels. Key duties include preparing fixed assets schedules, handling audit documentation, reconciling general ledger accounts, and ensuring accurate reporting for payables, receivables, and intercompany transactions.

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Senior Group Underwriter

Medavie · · 14 Weeks Ago

Medavie

🌎 Canada 💵 91831 - 101K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

The Senior Group Underwriter will collaborate with the Group Insurance Pricing team to meet financial objectives for group health, life, and disability insurance sectors. Key duties include establishing pricing for proposals and renewals, drafting financial agreements, and negotiating files with advisors.

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Finance - Senior Financial Analyst

Flow Hydration · · 14 Weeks Ago

Flow Hydration

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

The Senior Financial Analyst supports core accounting activities and financial analysis, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies. This role focuses on strengthening reporting accuracy, enhancing visibility into revenue and cost drivers, and providing analytical support for decision-making.

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Senior Benefits Specialist

Activision Blizzard · · 14 Weeks Ago

Activision Blizzard

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Benefits Specialist will manage the day-to-day administration of employee benefits programs across the Americas, including enrollments, data processing, leave management, and vendor collaboration. This role also involves supporting ongoing plan operations, renewals, continuous process improvement, and ensuring overall regulatory compliance for benefits programs.

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Benefits Specialist - Remote Work

American Income Life Insurance Company · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

American Income Life Insurance Company

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Key responsibilities include providing and explaining benefit enrollment information, managing inbound customer service calls, and responding to coverage requests while prioritizing client needs. The specialist must also design personalized coverage options using a structured needs analysis system.

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Credit Risk Analyst, North American Underwriter

Stripe · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Stripe

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Credit Risk Analyst

The analyst will underwrite and manage a portfolio of the largest and fastest-growing North American businesses to facilitate growth while minimizing credit risk. Responsibilities include evaluating merchant business models and financial statements, providing tailored credit risk recommendations, and supporting senior management decisions.

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Mortgage Agent - Alberta

Ratehub · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Ratehub

🌎 Canada 💵 55000 - 105K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Mortgage Agent will be responsible for taking inbound leads via online or phone channels and converting them into closed mortgage applications, ensuring a smooth process for clients and handling any arising complaints. This role also requires maintaining the required Certified Mortgage Agent designation and contributing to continuous improvement of the customer experience.

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Associate, Tax Investor Coverage

Crux · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Crux

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $150K - $200K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Associate will support the growth of the business by nurturing buyers and investors through the customer lifecycle to scale tax credit transactions and assist clients throughout the transaction process. Responsibilities include educating buyers on risks, proactively addressing issues, and generating new leads through various outreach methods.

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Senior Accountant

Fortis Games · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Fortis Games

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Senior/Staff Accountant will support the financial operations of a global game company, focusing on accurate revenue recognition, timely payroll processing, and managing tax filings for multiple international entities. This role involves close collaboration with the Finance team to maintain accurate financial records and support the studio's overall financial health.

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Principal, Tax Investor Coverage - Underwriter

Crux · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Crux

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $300K - $500K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

This role involves leading the early review and underwriting of potential renewable tax credit transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations like prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements. The Principal will also be responsible for developing comprehensive underwriting policies and building long-term client relationships with tax credit buyers.

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Managing Director, Tax Investor Coverage - Underwriter

Crux · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Crux

🌎 Canada, United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

This role involves leading the early review and underwriting of potential renewable tax credit transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations like prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements. The Managing Director will also be responsible for developing standard underwriting policies and contributing to long-term client relationships with major tax credit buyers.

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Senior Internal Auditor

Lumine Group · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Lumine Group

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Auditor

The Senior Internal Auditor will assist in developing organization-wide risk assessments and a risk-based audit plan, while assessing internal control design and operating effectiveness through collaboration with management. Responsibilities also include executing various types of audits, recommending process improvements, and preparing high-quality audit reports for leadership and the Audit Committee.

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Director of Finance

Harris Computer · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Harris Computer

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This professional will direct and coordinate the organization's financial functions, encompassing financial planning and accounting, while also maintaining financial policies and procedures. Key duties include managing a finance team, conducting due diligence for acquisitions, and presenting financial results to senior leadership.

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Mortgage Agent

Ratehub · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Ratehub

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Mortgage Agent will convert inbound leads into closed mortgage applications with the support of the Documents Fulfillment Team. They will ensure a smooth mortgage application process and continuously improve the customer experience.

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Senior Consultant (R&D Tax Credit)

Ryan · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Ryan

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $70000 - $110K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Consultant assists clients in identifying and claiming Research and Experimentation (R&E) tax credits and supports the R&E Manager in defending these credits during IRS or state tax authority audits. This role involves performing and supervising tasks such as researching tax law, documenting expense treatment, and completing complex financial models and calculations.

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Experienced Offsite Mortgage Agent/Broker

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves managing a personal pipeline to meet service standards and financial goals while overseeing the entire mortgage process for clients. Additionally, the agent will act as an intermediary between lenders and borrowers, ensuring proper follow-up throughout the mortgage process.

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New Offsite Mortgage Agent/Broker

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage a personal pipeline to meet service standards and financial goals while fostering relationships with clients. Oversee the entire mortgage process from initial contact to closing, ensuring proper follow-up and communication.

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Internal Mortgage Agent/Underwriter (Quebec)

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation

🌎 Canada 💵 70000 - 90000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

Provide expert mortgage advice and solutions to clients while achieving strong sales results. Proactively develop new business and maintain client relationships.

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