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.

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Commercial Mortgage Broker

Bisnow · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Bisnow

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $300K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The broker is responsible for originating, structuring, and closing commercial real estate financing transactions end-to-end, leveraging existing relationships while building a national network of investors and owners. Key duties include analyzing client financials, positioning deals, sourcing optimal debt and equity solutions, and driving transactions to successful closings with lenders.

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Independent Technology Consulting Agent/Broker

Pandoblox · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Pandoblox

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The primary responsibility is introducing the company's unique IT solutions to potential clients within the consultant's existing network and maintaining those client accounts. This involves referring solutions where they are complimentary, developing client relationships, assisting with presentations, and aiding in contract negotiation and sales closure.

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Financial Analyst 2

Sciens Building Solutions · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Sciens Building Solutions

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

The Financial Analyst will coordinate the region’s month-end closing and consolidation process, preparing and interpreting consolidated financial statements for management. Key duties also involve analyzing financial performance, assessing KPIs, preparing projections, and assisting with budgeting and year-end activities.

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Banner Finance Consultant

Strata Information Group · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Strata Information Group

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $120K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves providing finance consulting services, likely focusing on Banner systems within the higher-education technology sector. Responsibilities stem from supporting colleges and universities with technology modernization and strategic advisory services.

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Senior Manager, International Tax

ICU Medical · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

ICU Medical

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

This position is responsible for preparing and managing tax compliance and income tax provisions for the company’s foreign subsidiaries, which also includes global tax planning, acquisition integration, and special projects. Essential duties involve preparing and managing U.S. tax compliance for foreign operations, including calculations for Subpart F, GILTI, FDII, BEAT, E&P, and foreign tax credits.

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Financial Accountant Remote EST or Hybrid - Norwalk, CT

Charles Taylor · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Charles Taylor

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Financial Accountant supports the month-end closing process, prepares journal entries, performs account reconciliations, and assists with financial reporting, focusing on Record-to-Report (R2R) operations within the US group. Responsibilities also include supporting operational teams, analyzing business areas, and managing financial reporting for the CT Engineering division.

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Financial Accounting Analyst 2

BizTek People, Inc. | APA International Placement Consultants · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

BizTek People, Inc. | APA International Placement Consultants

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role supports treasury operations, financial reporting, and compliance by analyzing treasury activity, supporting accounts receivable processes, and preparing necessary financial reports. Key duties include developing treasury policies, monitoring activity, performing banking activities like ACH processing, and supporting special projects.

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Workday Payroll Consultant

Kainos · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Kainos

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The consultant will implement and configure enterprise-scale Workday solutions for global customers, building relationships to shape and deliver solutions aligned with customer needs. They will also provide guidance to customers, understand their requirements, and support junior team members by sharing knowledge.

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Tax Manager

White Tiger Connections · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

White Tiger Connections

🌎 United States 💵 $90000 - $150K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Tax Manager

The Tax Manager is responsible for delivering high-quality, technically sound tax work, handling the review, signing, and client relationship management for engagements of appropriate complexity. They will also act as a technical resource for junior staff while maintaining an active workload of assigned returns.

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Tax Senior - Remote

White Tiger Connections · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

White Tiger Connections

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Tax Senior will be responsible for preparing and reviewing complex tax compliance engagements for individuals and businesses, while also assisting with tax planning and advisory projects. This role involves providing guidance and training to staff accountants to ensure accuracy and compliance with professional standards.

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Tax Manager - Remote

White Tiger Connections · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

White Tiger Connections

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Tax Manager

The Tax Manager will lead and review tax compliance and advisory engagements for individuals and businesses while collaborating with firm leadership on strategy and planning initiatives. This role also involves supervising and mentoring junior staff accountants to ensure high-quality client service delivery.

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Junior Actuary 22 APPLICANTS

Curative HR LLC · Full Time · 16 Weeks Ago

Curative HR LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $65000 - $80000 per year ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Actuary

The Junior Actuary will assist with developing pricing strategies, refining underwriting guidelines in collaboration with senior actuaries, and analyzing company data to support pricing and strategy decisions. Responsibilities also include calculating group rates, contributing to executive reports, and maintaining communication with internal teams on various actuarial projects.

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Hedge Fund Coach (Contract)

Leland · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Leland

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Coaches will be responsible for helping mentees prepare for hedge fund recruiting through resume reviews, interview preparation, and providing guidance on developing strong investment thinking and market analysis skills. They will partner with the Leland team to deliver a high-quality coaching experience while setting their own hours and rates for virtual sessions.

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Investment Banking Coach (Contract)

Leland · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Leland

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Coaches will assist mentees in preparing for investment banking recruitment through resume reviews, behavioral and technical interview preparation, and guidance on navigating the banking recruiting process. They will set their own hours and rates while hosting sessions virtually and partnering with the team to ensure a high-quality coaching experience.

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Private Equity Coach (Contract)

Leland · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Leland

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Coaches will be responsible for helping mentees prepare for private equity recruiting through resume reviews, behavioral and technical interview preparation, and providing guidance on navigating PE career paths. They will set their own hours and rates to host virtual coaching sessions and partner with the team to ensure a high-quality coaching experience.

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Venture Capital Coach (Contract)

Leland · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Leland

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Coaches will assist mentees in preparing for venture capital recruiting through resume reviews, interview preparation, and guidance on breaking into the VC industry. This involves leveraging professional experience to provide practical insights into what venture firms seek in candidates.

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Remote Mortgage Banker

The Federal Savings Bank · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

The Federal Savings Bank

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves cultivating existing relationships with local realtors and builders, building new partnerships, and working to grow the mortgage business to the next level. Qualified retail loan officers are sought to originate loans across all 50 states.

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Director Business Dev Officer-Cap Equip Finance - (Remote) OH, IN, KY

First Citizens Bank · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

First Citizens Bank

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The primary focus is directly originating equipment finance transactions ranging from $3 million to $100 million for the bank's own account and in syndication with industry partners. Responsibilities also include cross-selling other bank products and interfacing with C-Suite level executives.

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Manager- Finance Transformation (Private Equity)

CrossCountry Consulting · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

CrossCountry Consulting

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves serving clients within the Office of the CFO at private equity portfolio companies by creating diagnostic frameworks and enhancing finance function effectiveness through current state evaluations and future state design. Key activities include interacting directly with PE stakeholders to define priorities and assisting portfolio companies in executing scalable 'buy-and-build' strategies using repeatable integration playbooks.

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Benefits Analyst - Contract (6 months)

Whatnot · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Whatnot

🌎 United States 💵 $45 - $53 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role involves administering medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits across numerous vendors, managing global new hire enrollments, and supporting compliance filings and audits. The analyst will also manage end-to-end global leave administration, coordinate top-up pay with Payroll, and track workplace accommodations.

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Senior Accountant

CoinPoker · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

CoinPoker

🌎 Cyprus, Macedonia, United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Senior Accountant will manage key financial operations, including daily crypto and revenue reconciliations, preparation of management accounts, and calculation of VAT and taxes. This role also involves overseeing AP/AR, posting invoices and bank transactions, and supporting audits and process improvements.

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Legal Billing/Collections Specialist

MLG · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

MLG

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This specialist manages the full legal billing cycle, including timekeeping oversight, accurate invoice generation, payment processing, retainer management, and accounts receivable collections to maintain the firm's financial health. Key duties involve ensuring time entries are accurate, billing is timely and compliant, and actively following up on outstanding client balances.

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Patient Assistance Program / Financial Advocacy Coordinator

Onco360 · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Onco360

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Patient Advocacy Coordinator is responsible for assisting patients and/or families in accessing financial resources for pharmacy co-pays by navigating systems to find suitable assistance through non-profit organizations and manufacturer programs. This involves explaining processes, aiding in application completion, and ensuring required documents are submitted.

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Patient Assistance Program / Financial Advocacy Coordinator

Onco360 · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Onco360

🌎 United States ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Advocacy Coordinator assists patients and/or families in accessing financial resources for pharmacy co-pays by navigating systems to find suitable assistance through Not for Profit Organizations and Manufacturer Programs. This involves aiding patients by explaining processes, assisting with application forms, and reviewing required documentation.

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Senior SAP EC Payroll Functional Lead Consultant

Strada · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Strada

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $186K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This strategic role leads the end-to-end design of the U.S. payroll solution, ensuring alignment with business requirements and compliance standards across multiple workstreams. Key duties include facilitating workshops, overseeing configuration and testing phases (SIT, UAT, parallel runs), and managing cutover and post-go-live support.

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Fintech Recruiter at Evotym

Evotym · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Evotym

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Recruiter

The core responsibilities involve extensive sourcing of hundreds of candidates to find the right fit, moving quickly, thinking ahead, and automating processes where possible. This role requires actively engaging with both candidates and clients in both English and Russian to effectively sell both sides of the recruitment equation.

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FHA Mortgage Origination Representative

Contact Government Services, LLC · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Contact Government Services, LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $37000 - $42000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The representative will provide excellent customer service by answering calls and emails regarding FHA guidelines and procedures, utilizing a knowledge database to locate answers to client requests. Responsibilities also include following standard operating procedures and accurately documenting all contacts within a database.

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Associate Director – Finance Transformation (Private Equity)

CrossCountry Consulting · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

CrossCountry Consulting

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Associate Director will lead complex, end-to-end finance transformation engagements for private equity-backed portfolio companies, focusing on modernizing the Office of the CFO across people, process, data, and technology. This involves building roadmaps, designing scalable operating models, driving process improvements, and engaging directly with senior client leadership.

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Senior Broker Specialist

Berkley · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

Berkley

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Broker Specialist acts as the primary new business underwriter and relationship manager for a designated market segment, focusing on cultivating broker relationships and driving new business production. This role requires combining underwriting expertise with sales acumen to achieve growth targets and support renewal retention.

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Tax Director | Partnership/LLC Pass -Through Entities - National Tax Office

CBIZ · Full Time · 17 Weeks Ago

CBIZ

🌎 United States 💵 $230K - $290K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role involves serving as a Tax Director focusing on Partnership/LLC Pass-Through Entities within the National Tax Office. The position requires providing professional services advisory to middle-market businesses nationwide.

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