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 France (91)

Capital Market _Business Analyst ALM Treasury - H/F

Talan · Full Time · 11 Weeks Ago

Talan

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Business Analyst

The role involves managing the evolution of systems for liquidity, interest rate, and foreign exchange risk within a major investment bank. Key tasks include defining business needs, writing functional specifications, coordinating project implementation, and supporting users through change management.

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Senior SAP Payroll Consultant, Belgium Payroll

Strada Global · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Strada Global

🌎 Belgium, France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The consultant is responsible for the configuration and implementation of SuccessFactors payroll modules for clients in Belgium. This includes leading solution design workshops, managing data migration, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for production environments.

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Senior SAP Payroll Consultant, Belgium Payroll

Strada · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Strada

🌎 Belgium, France, Netherlands ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The consultant is responsible for the configuration and implementation of SAP SuccessFactors payroll modules for clients in Belgium. This includes leading solution design workshops, managing data migration, and ensuring high-quality deliverables for production environments.

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Consultant / Formateur freelance SAP S/4HANA Finance, MM, support applicatif, AMOA & gestion de projet

Academie Digitale Européenne · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Academie Digitale Européenne

🌎 France 💵 €315 - €316 per day ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Deliver individual and collective mentoring and training sessions on SAP S/4HANA modules, specifically Finance and MM. Guide learners through ERP business processes, migration challenges, and project management methodologies.

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Accountant - Reconciliation Specialist

BCD · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

BCD

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The role involves managing financial reconciliation and data accuracy for client events, specifically ensuring compliance with EFPIA regulations for Transfer of Value documentation. The specialist collaborates with Meeting Managers and external vendors to resolve budget discrepancies and execute HCP reimbursement payments.

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Asset Management _Business Analyst Front Office - H/F

Talan · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Talan

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Business Analyst

The role involves defining business needs and writing functional specifications for Front Office tools within an asset manager's R&D department. Responsibilities also include project coordination, testing oversight, and supporting users through change management.

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Capital Market _Business Analyst ALM Treasury - H/F

Talan · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

Talan

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Business Analyst

The role involves managing the evolution of systems for liquidity, interest rate, and exchange rate risks within a major investment bank's ALM Treasury department. Key tasks include defining business needs, writing functional specifications, coordinating projects, and supporting users through change management.

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Project Accountant

BCD · Full Time · 12 Weeks Ago

BCD

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Project Accountant Specialist manages the financial organization and tracking of client events, ensuring data accuracy in Cvent and compliance with financial processes. Key duties include handling EFPIA Transfer of Value documentation and collaborating with Meeting Managers to resolve budget discrepancies.

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Accountant Specialist

Modus Create · Full Time · 13 Weeks Ago

Modus Create

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Own end-to-end accounting for French legal entities, including general ledger maintenance and statutory reporting. Lead month-end and year-end close processes while ensuring compliance with French GAAP and group IFRS/US GAAP standards.

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Reinsurance Technical Accountant

Wakam · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Wakam

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Execute end-to-end reinsurance accounting processes, including the production of accurate account statements and maintenance of the reinsurance sub-ledger. Support the rollout of the xLayer system and collaborate with brokers and reinsurers to resolve settlement queries.

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Finance Operations & Controllership Support FSI – SME junior analyst

WTW · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

WTW

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Support the Oracle Cash Management sub-ledger to ensure accurate automated system postings align with banking and broking processes. Lead continuous process improvements and develop Power BI dashboards to automate reconciliations and resolve variances.

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Asset Management _Business Analyst Front Office - H/F

Talan · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Talan

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Business Analyst

The role involves defining business needs and drafting functional specifications for Front Office tools within an asset manager's R&D department. Responsibilities also include project coordination, testing oversight, and providing user support and change management.

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Capital Market _Business Analyst ALM Treasury - H/F

Talan · Full Time · 14 Weeks Ago

Talan

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Business Analyst

The role involves managing the evolution of systems for liquidity, interest rate, and foreign exchange risk within an ALM Treasury department. Key tasks include drafting business requirements, functional specifications, and coordinating project implementation and user support.

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Responsable Média Économie / Finance & Présentateur

GreenTomatoMedia LLC · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

GreenTomatoMedia LLC

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

You will act as the face and voice of a leading finance media brand, responsible for presenting content and defining the editorial strategy. You will also manage a production team and oversee the expansion of the media ecosystem across multiple digital platforms.

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Responsable Éditorial & Chef de Projet Média — Économie / Finance

GreenTomatoMedia LLC · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

GreenTomatoMedia LLC

🌎 France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

You will lead the editorial strategy and project management for a leading finance media brand, overseeing content production across multiple platforms. You will also be responsible for scaling the media presence, managing the team, and potentially serving as the on-camera face of the brand.

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Accounting Specialist - Europe

Cloudbeds · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Cloudbeds

🌎 France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

You will guide European hotel clients through the full accounting onboarding process, including chart of accounts mapping, tax setup, and ERP integrations. Additionally, you will serve as a subject matter expert to troubleshoot accounting discrepancies and contribute to best-practice documentation for regional fiscal compliance.

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Accounting Specialist - Europe

Third-Party Job Posts · Full Time · 15 Weeks Ago

Third-Party Job Posts

🌎 France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

You will guide European hotel clients through the end-to-end configuration of Cloudbeds' financial and accounting systems, including tax setup and ERP integrations. Additionally, you will serve as a subject matter expert to troubleshoot accounting discrepancies and contribute to best-practice documentation for regional workflows.

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Engineering Manager - Billing & Payments (f/m/d)

Awin · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Awin

🌎 France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Oman, Poland, Romania, Spain, United Kingdom ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Engineering Manager

You will lead and grow a distributed engineering team while fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. You will also partner with product management to define goals and ensure the delivery of high-quality, scalable payment solutions.

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Consultant Finance Senior INFOR M3 (H/F)

Cofabrik RH · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Cofabrik RH

🌎 France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The consultant will act as a finance expert on complex Infor M3 projects, handling process analysis, system configuration, and implementation. They are also responsible for training users and providing strategic recommendations to clients.

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SAP Payroll Implementation Lead - France

Strada · Full Time · 19 Weeks Ago

Strada

🌎 France, Spain ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Lead will collaborate with clients to capture payroll requirements, guide configuration workshops, and validate/configure the customer payroll solution in compliance with legal regulations. They will also manage all system testing phases, oversee go-live activities, track project progress, and ensure timely milestone delivery.

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Consulting Actuary - Retirement

Gallagher · Full Time · 22 Weeks Ago

Gallagher

🌎 Canada, France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Actuary

The Consulting Actuary will lead within Gallagher, focusing on managing the Individual Pension Plans (IPP) block of business and relationships with Distributor Partners, while also contributing to market recognition and revenue growth for the Wealth practice. Responsibilities include reviewing and signing valuation reports, supervising IPP administration, participating in client/partner meetings, and developing strategic advice.

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Reinsurance Cash Manager

Wakam · · 24 Weeks Ago

Wakam

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The manager will oversee day-to-day reinsurance cash operations, including monitoring flows, reconciling payments, managing cash calls, and coordinating with Treasury for forecasting and liquidity planning. Responsibilities also include producing management reports on key reinsurance KPIs, supporting financial assessments, and resolving disputes with reinsurers and brokers.

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Consultant Expérimenté Transformation Finance F/H

Deloitte · Full Time · 25 Weeks Ago

Deloitte

🌎 France ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The consultant will be fully involved in high-value missions combining functional and technical dimensions, supporting clients through all project stages from strategy to the deployment of new organizations and solutions. Key activities include assisting with the transformation of the finance function, improving performance management, optimizing transactional finance processes, and providing Project Management Assistance (AMOA).

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Consultant Senior Payroll F/H

Deloitte · Full Time · 29 Weeks Ago

Deloitte

🌎 France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

As a Senior Payroll Consultant, you will ensure payroll compliance through audits and optimize payroll processes. You will also participate in project-oriented missions related to payroll tool changes and support clients in exceptional situations.

sap excel payroll communication

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Internal Audit Manager F/H

Deloitte · Full Time · 31 Weeks Ago

Deloitte

🌎 France ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Audit Manager

The Internal Audit Manager will provide independent evaluations of internal controls across various activities and functions within the group. Responsibilities include assessing financial reporting reliability, compliance with procedures, and operational process adequacy.

animation reporting

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eIDAS Auditor

BSI · Full Time · 31 Weeks Ago

BSI

🌎 France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, United Kingdom ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Auditor

As an eIDAS Auditor, you will conduct compliance audits for Qualified Trust Service Providers under the eIDAS Regulation and evaluate their systems for adherence to relevant standards. You will also produce detailed audit reports and collaborate with teams to address compliance challenges.

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Auditeur junior analyste - Financial Services Industry (F/H)

Deloitte · Full Time · 40 Weeks Ago

Deloitte

🌎 France ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

As a junior auditor, you will analyze client environments to understand their organization and identify risks. You will implement specific audit procedures to assess the effectiveness of controls and ensure the reliability of financial information.

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Auditeur stagiaire de fin d’études - Financial Services Industry (F/H)

Deloitte · Full Time · 40 Weeks Ago

Deloitte

🌎 France ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

As an intern auditor, you will analyze client environments to understand their operations and identify risks. You will also implement specific audit procedures to assess the effectiveness of controls and validate financial transactions.

agile communication

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Logistics Co-Founder / CFO (100 % remote) (m/f/d)

EWOR GmbH · Full Time · 42 Weeks Ago

EWOR GmbH

🌎 France ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

You will own, build, and run your startup in the logistics field. You will receive support in hiring and advice from serial entrepreneurs to prepare your startup for funding.

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Industry 4.0 Co-Founder / CFO (100 % remote) (m/f/d)

EWOR GmbH · Full Time · 42 Weeks Ago

EWOR GmbH

🌎 France ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

You will own, build, and run your startup in fields such as Industry 4.0. You will receive support in hiring and coaching to prepare your startup for funding.

english communication hiring coaching

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