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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(Montreal Remote) Automotive Accounting Software Onboarding Specialist

PBS Systems · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

PBS Systems

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Onboarding Specialist

Deliver virtual training and transition support to customers to ensure the successful adoption of PBS v10 Apex software within the accounting silo. Drive operational efficiency by reinforcing best practices and providing ongoing guidance to dealership users.

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(Montreal Remote) Automotive Accounting Software Onboarding Specialist

PBS Systems · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

PBS Systems

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Onboarding Specialist

Deliver virtual training and transition support to customers to ensure successful adoption of the PBS v10 Apex Accounting software. Focus on improving operational efficiency and maintaining positive customer relationships through best practices and ongoing support.

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Finance Operations Analyst

Motive · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Motive

🌎 Pakistan ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves coordinating deal processing between internal sales stakeholders and external lending partners to facilitate financing opportunities. Key tasks include performing pricing analyses in Excel, tracking deal pipelines, and providing consultative guidance to GTM leadership.

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Senior Director, Corporate Development & Financial Markets

Omnidian · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Omnidian

🌎 United States 💵 $210K - $260K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the company's M&A execution and financial services strategy, serving as a bridge between renewable energy assets and financial markets. Responsible for transaction discipline, financial diligence, and cultivating relationships with institutional investors to enhance asset bankability.

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Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

TELUS Digital · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

TELUS Digital

🌎 United States 💵 $132K - $165K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the end-to-end financial planning cycle, including budgeting and long-range planning, while serving as a strategic advisor to executive leadership. Own the commercial pipeline forecasting framework to translate client data into actionable revenue projections and resource optimization models.

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Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

TELUS Digital · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

TELUS Digital

🌎 Canada 💵 132K - 165K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the end-to-end financial planning cycle, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning to support executive strategy. Act as a strategic advisor to the C-suite by translating pipeline data into revenue projections and optimizing resource capacity.

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Financial Analyst

Harris Computer · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Harris Computer

🌎 United States 💵 48000 - 55000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

The role involves providing financial support and analysis for the Healthcare Group, including performing month, quarter, and year-end closing tasks. Key duties include tracking revenue streams, forecasting payroll and depreciation, and calculating commissions.

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Scenario Desk Underwriter

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation

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

Provide accurate underwriting guidance on complex loan files, focusing on challenging borrower, income, and credit situations. Evaluate intricate tax returns and offer alternative financing solutions to the branch network.

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Quality Control Underwriter

Lendz Financial · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Lendz Financial

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

Conduct detailed pre-closing and post-closing quality control reviews of residential mortgage loan files, specifically focusing on Non-QM products. Identify risks, documentation gaps, and compliance concerns while providing feedback to operational teams to improve loan quality.

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Advanced Asset Management · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Advanced Asset Management

🌎 Pakistan ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Finance Manager

Lead day-to-day financial operations including the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes in accordance with US GAAP. Oversee transactional operations, regulatory filings, and supervise junior accounting staff to ensure operational efficiency.

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Vice President, NorAm Finance - Higher Education

Sodexo · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Sodexo

🌎 United States 💵 $183K - $281K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead financial planning, forecasting, and commercial operations for the Campus segment to drive business growth and performance. Partner with Operations, Sales, and Legal to manage deal structuring, risk, and contract negotiations.

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Mobile Mortgage Specialist

TD · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

🌎 Canada ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role focuses on growing the mortgage portfolio by targeting referrals from realtors, builders, and financial planners. It involves managing a customer base and utilizing a specialized sales management system to achieve business development goals.

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Project Accountant, Senior

One10 · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

One10

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

Lead billing, revenue recognition, and reconciliation for assigned business units ensuring compliance with GAAP and ASC 606 standards. Partner cross-functionally to support the full project lifecycle from setup to final close and financial reporting.

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Accounts Receivable Manager

Sevita · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Sevita

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $95000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Oversee the quality assurance of billing and accounts receivable processes while serving as a liaison with state and local agencies. Supervise daily revenue and cash activities to ensure accurate recording and maintain an effective control environment.

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Director, Strategic Broker Partnerships

BambooHR · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

BambooHR

🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Lead the strategy and execution of the broker partnerships ecosystem to transform it into a high-performing revenue channel. Build and scale a team responsible for partner acquisition, enablement, and long-term strategic alignment with top brokerages.

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Corporate Staff Accountant IV

MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc. · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $85356 - $145K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Staff Accountant

Oversees the accuracy of financial transactions and ensures GAAP and SEC compliant financial statements. Responsible for analyzing trends, costs, and revenues to predict future financial positions and provide budget forecasts to 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 mortgages by targeting referrals from realtors, builders, and financial planners. Manage sales activities using a dedicated management system to achieve professional growth and business targets.

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Head of Accounting, Control & Compliance

Songtradr · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Songtradr

🌎 United Kingdom ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Head of Accounting, Control & Compliance will lead the global accounting function, ensuring operational excellence and timely month-end close cycles. This role includes managing a team of finance professionals and overseeing compliance across all jurisdictions.

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Controller

goop · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

goop

🌎 United States 💵 $180K - $210K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Controller

Lead the accounting and financial operations function, overseeing monthly close, financial reporting, and audit readiness. Strengthen internal controls and operational infrastructure to support a growing omni-channel business.

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Staff Accountant

Aegis Ventures · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Aegis Ventures

🌎 United States 💵 $70000 - $80000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Staff Accountant

Manage day-to-day financial operations including accounts receivable collections, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations across multiple entities. Support the Director of Finance and Accounting with reporting, month-end close activities, and process improvements.

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Trader Risk Specialist

Topstep · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Topstep

🌎 United States 💵 $65000 - $75000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Trader

Monitor live funded accounts and execute escalation protocols to protect firm capital in futures environments. Conduct trading investigations and analyze behavioral patterns using BI tools to identify risk trends.

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Senior Financial Analyst

Topo Advisors · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Topo Advisors

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Financial Analyst

Provide accounting and finance support to high-growth venture-backed companies as a strategic partner to CEOs. Responsibilities include owning financial models, managing monthly closes, and overseeing cash flow and fundraising objectives.

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Commercial FP&A Manager

Veralto Global · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Veralto Global

🌎 United Kingdom ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance FP&A Manager

Lead financial planning, forecasting, and performance analysis to support strategic decision-making across the organization. Partner with commercial leaders to manage bookings, sales, and commissions while supporting finance transformation initiatives.

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Accounts Receivable Specialist

HHM Hotels (Philadelphia Corporate) · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

HHM Hotels (Philadelphia Corporate)

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accounts Receivable Specialist

Lead the day-to-day Expedia billing process by reviewing payments and reconciling them with the AR ledger. Collaborate with General Managers and external vendors to resolve discrepancies and ensure balances remain under 60 days.

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Investment Specialist - Remote

BMO · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

BMO

🌎 United States 💵 $41714 - $77500 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Provide superior customer service by assisting clients with account inquiries, money movements, and trade executions. Identify referral opportunities for Financial Advisors and ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements.

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Manager, Financial Audit & Accounting Operations

Cars Commerce · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Cars Commerce

🌎 United States 💵 $104K - $130K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Manage day-to-day financial audit operations and lead the testing of financial, operational, and IT controls to ensure compliance. Oversee revenue and financial operations projects while partnering with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives.

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KAP 2026-2027 - Privatization and Government Finance Policy Analyst - Reason Foundation

Stand Together · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Stand Together

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Conduct policy research and produce written analysis on government finance, spending, and privatization. Support the implementation of financial policy changes by collaborating with elected officials and stakeholders.

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Client Accounts Receivable Specialist I

TreviPay · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

TreviPay

🌎 Costa Rica ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accounts Receivable Specialist

The role focuses on executing standard operating procedures for B2B collection efforts and maintaining low past-due rates. It involves managing client inquiries regarding payment history and invoices while collaborating with finance and client success teams.

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Sr. Manager, General Ledger Accounting

L3HHCM20 · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

L3HHCM20

🌎 United States 💵 $120K - $223K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

Oversee general ledger accounting activities and lead the monthly financial close process to ensure accurate financial reporting. Provide leadership to accounting professionals and support internal and external audit activities, including SOX compliance.

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Avandra, Accounting Manager

Aegis Ventures · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Aegis Ventures

🌎 United States 💵 $130K - $150K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Accounting Manager

Manage day-to-day financial operations and the month-end close process across multiple operating entities. Oversee accounts payable, receivable, cash flow, and ensure compliance with regulatory filings and internal controls.

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