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 (484)

Corporate Controller

ScalePad · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

ScalePad

🌎 Canada 💵 $175K - $200K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Controller

Own the end-to-end accounting function including financial reporting, tax, audit, treasury, and payroll for a multi-entity SaaS business. Lead a small team to manage cross-border consolidations and integrate new acquisitions into the financial cadence.

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Analyste logiciel fiscal (fiscaliste) / Tax Software Analyst (tax analyst)

Wolters Kluwer · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Wolters Kluwer

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The analyst is responsible for analyzing tax laws and government specifications to integrate updates and new measures into tax software. They will perform tax research, handle improvement requests, and collaborate with development and support teams.

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Credit Authorization Advisor (Business)

Desjardins · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Desjardins

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

As a Credit Authorization Advisor, you will analyze and authorize exceptions and verifications of financing applications for non-retail clients. You will also act as a resource for account managers and financing analysts, proposing improvements for risk management.

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Mobile Mortgage Specialist

TD · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Develop and maintain a customer base for mortgage products by targeting referrals from realtors, builders, and financial planners. Manage sales activities using a specialized management system to achieve professional growth and business targets.

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Senior Staff Accountant - Center of Excellence - Assurance

EY · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Staff Accountant

Analyze business and financial processes to identify risks and improve control frameworks for various clients. Perform substantive and analytical procedures while overseeing staff work products to ensure high-quality deliverables.

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Mobile Mortgage Specialist

TD · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Develop and maintain a customer base for mortgage products by targeting referrals from realtors, builders, and financial planners. Manage the full sales cycle using a dedicated sales management system to achieve professional goals.

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International Tax Supervisor (Canada)

BPM LLP · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

BPM LLP

🌎 Canada 💵 123K - 162K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage and review international tax compliance and consulting engagements for U.S.-based clients with foreign operations. Oversee the preparation of international information returns and provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff.

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Senior Technical and Financial Crime Intelligence Analyst

Manulife · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Manulife

🌎 Canada 💵 70500 - 117K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead criminal risk initiatives by integrating multi-channel intelligence to identify emerging threats and support Bank Investigative Services. Develop dynamic dashboards using Power BI or Tableau to visualize investigative priorities and present actionable insights to leadership.

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Senior Accountant

Wonolo · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Wonolo

🌎 Canada 💵 103K - 142K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Senior Accountant will manage key financial operations including sales/use tax, 1099s, stock-based compensation, and the monthly close process. They will also support the financial integration of acquired companies and coordinate the year-end audit.

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Senior Accountant

Flipp · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Flipp

🌎 Canada 💵 71000 - 88500 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Manage day-to-day general ledger operations for North American entities, including the full month-end close cycle and balance sheet reviews. Maintain debt schedules and support the preparation of financial reporting packages for group consolidation.

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Senior Accountant

K2 Services · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

K2 Services

🌎 Canada 💵 85000 - 95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Lead the month-end close process, prepare journal entries, and perform complex balance sheet reconciliations. Support annual budgeting and reforecasting activities while identifying opportunities to streamline accounting processes.

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Technical Team Lead/Chef(fe) d’équipe technique (Claims Adjuster), REMOTE (Laval, QC)

SCM Services d’assurances · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

SCM Services d’assurances

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Acts as a senior technical reference for the team, focusing on complex files and settlement strategies. Provides coaching to adjusters and conducts quality reviews to ensure compliance and performance standards.

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Chief Financial Officer

Speer Technologies Inc · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Speer Technologies Inc

🌎 Canada 💵 90000 - 150K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

The CFO will oversee financial strategy, planning, and reporting to support the company's long-term growth and operational maturity. Key duties include managing cash flow, optimizing profitability, and providing senior-level financial guidance to the leadership team.

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Financial Analyst

Harris Computer · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Harris Computer

🌎 Canada 💵 48000 - 55000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

The role involves providing financial support for the Healthcare Group, including managing month-end and quarter-end close processes and balance sheet reconciliations. Additionally, the analyst will track revenue streams, assist with forecasting, and handle audit requests.

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Mortgage Advisor - Agent

Educators Financial Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Educators Financial Group

🌎 Canada 💵 80000 - 120K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Provide client-focused borrowing advice and credit solutions to meet long-term home financing goals. Build professional networks and deliver workshops to drive business development and lending revenue.

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Accounting Manager

Solink · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Solink

🌎 Canada 💵 87149 - 140K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accounting Manager

The Accounting Manager will own the end-to-end financial reporting function, ensuring integrity across the P&L and balance sheet in accordance with IFRS. They will lead the month-end close, manage external audit relationships, and design scalable reconciliation and reporting systems.

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Auditor, IT Risk and Compliance - Corporate Information Systems Group

Canadian Bank Note Company · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Canadian Bank Note Company

🌎 Canada 💵 100K - 125K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Auditor

Develop and manage IT compliance and risk programs, including conducting internal audits based on recognized frameworks. Provide technical guidance on security events and support the implementation of control enhancements.

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Advanced Claims Adjuster

Independence Pet Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Independence Pet Group

🌎 Canada ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Leads and oversees the claims operations team to ensure all regulatory requirements and insurance compliance are met. Responsible for implementing policies, monitoring quality assurance, and developing long-term strategies for process improvement.

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Strategic Finance Analyst Manager (Canada)

PointClickCare · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

PointClickCare

🌎 Canada 💵 149K - 166K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the financial modelling and analytics capability to drive profitability and optimize commercial strategy. Apply AI/ML tools to modernize reporting and provide decision support for executive leadership and the Board.

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Vice President of Financial Intelligence Unit

Corpay · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Corpay

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

Lead the global Financial Intelligence Unit, overseeing transaction monitoring, sanctions escalations, and financial crime investigations across multiple regions. Ensure regulatory compliance and reporting standards are met while developing investigative playbooks and managing a global team of analysts.

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Accountant

Symend · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Symend

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Accountant manages financial reporting, month-end closing, and tax filings while optimizing accounting processes through automation. They coordinate accounts payable and receivable activities and provide financial insights to stakeholders to support company growth.

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Assistant Controller (Remote, Canada)

Hopper · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Hopper

🌎 Canada 💵 220K - 270K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Controller

The Assistant Controller will automate the financial close process, build data infrastructure connecting the warehouse to NetSuite, and design reporting frameworks bridging GAAP and management figures. They will also lead external audits, own technical accounting research, and oversee the accounting operations teams.

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Finance Manager (13 Month Contract)

Tulip · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Tulip

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

The Finance Manager oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, and finance transformation initiatives while leading a team of accounting professionals. Key duties include managing the close process, implementing AI-enabled automation, and ensuring tax and transfer pricing compliance.

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Work From Home - Client Benefits Specialist

AO Garcia Agency · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

AO Garcia Agency

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Guide and educate clients who have already expressed interest in services to help them move forward. Take ownership of income and growth while working toward leadership roles.

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Fund Accounting Senior Associate (Institutional)

Belltower Fund Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Belltower Fund Group

🌎 Canada, United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage day-to-day accounting and administration for a portfolio of private investment funds, including the preparation of financial statements and NAV calculations. Coordinate with auditors and tax specialists while identifying opportunities to improve processes using AI and automation.

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Work From Home - Client Benefits Specialist

Global Elite Empire Consultants · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Global Elite Empire Consultants

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The specialist will speak with interested clients to explain benefit options. They are responsible for guiding clients through simple options and assisting with the setup process.

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Finance Manager/Lead

Inspiration Commerce Group · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Inspiration Commerce Group

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

Manage global accounting and financial reporting for 15 entities, ensuring timely month-end closes and accurate consolidated views. Coordinate tax filings and implement AI-driven automation to scale financial systems.

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Senior Logistics & Procurement Analyst

Fastly · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Fastly

🌎 Canada, United States 💵 $113K - $159K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage the end-to-end procurement and logistics lifecycle for global CDN, network, and datacenter infrastructure deployments. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely hardware delivery.

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Internal Mortgage Agent/Underwriter (Quebec)

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

8Twelve Mortgage Corporation

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

Provide expert mortgage advice and solutions to clients to achieve strong sales results. Proactively develop new business and maintain relationships with VIP referral partners.

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Accounting Operations- 6 Month Contract (100% Remote Canada)

Hopper · Full Time · 4 Weeks Ago

Hopper

🌎 Canada 💵 40 - 50 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Own the end-to-end monthly partner billing cycle, including report generation, invoicing in NetSuite, and partner communication. Provide broader finance operations support through account reconciliations, vendor setup, and month-end close activities.

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