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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Integrity Home Lending · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Loan Officer is responsible for leveraging personal networks and company lead sources to drive loan sales. They must maintain strong relationships with Realtors, Builders, and Accountants while providing excellent customer service.

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Loan Officer - Florida (All)

Integrity Home Lending · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Loan Officer is responsible for leveraging professional networks and company lead sources to drive loan sales. They must maintain strong relationships with Realtors, Builders, and Accountants while providing high-quality customer service.

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UHNW Mortgage Underwriter

Morgan Stanley · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 United States ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

Underwrite and analyze complex mortgage loans for high-net-worth clients in accordance with credit policies and risk appetite. Manage a pipeline of multifaceted transactions and provide guidance on complex income scenarios to team members.

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Financial Crimes Risk Manager

Origin Bank · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Risk Manager

Manage the assessment of financial risk and ensure bank compliance with BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC regulations. Lead a team of analysts to monitor, identify, and investigate suspicious activity related to money laundering and terrorist financing.

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General Ledger Accountant

Parexel · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 Argentina ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The role involves preparing general ledger journal entries and managing the monthly close process for LATAM entities. Responsibilities include ensuring accuracy of financial statements under US and Local GAAP and supporting tax filings and audits.

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Financial Analyst II

Syneos Health · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Syneos Health

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

The Financial Analyst II is responsible for analyzing financial data, developing insights, and driving decision support for business stakeholders. Key duties include managing budgeting, forecasting, and producing monthly financial reports and commentary for global management.

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Senior Underwriter OR AVP - Medical Stop Loss (Captives)

Skyward Specialty · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Skyward Specialty

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $170K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

Responsible for underwriting new and renewal medical stop-loss captive accounts to ensure profitability and growth. This includes evaluating risks, negotiating rates and terms, and managing relationships with producers and clients.

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Payroll Services Supervisor

OneSource Virtual · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

OneSource Virtual

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Payroll Services Supervisor will supervise a team responsible for payroll processing and customer interactions. They will also coach and train team members to ensure compliance and enhance customer satisfaction.

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Senior Indirect Tax Compliance Analyst

GitLab · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

GitLab

🌎 India ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Compliance Analyst

Own end-to-end global indirect tax compliance across the US, Canada, EMEA, and APAC, including filings and nexus analysis. Drive process improvements through automation and AI-enabled enhancements to strengthen tax determination and reconciliation workflows.

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Senior Claims Specialist - Directors & Officers Liability

Gallagher · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Gallagher

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Claims Specialist is responsible for managing moderately complex Executive & Professional Liability claims, focusing on Homeowners Association exposures. This includes managing the full claim life cycle, conducting coverage analysis, investigations, evaluations, and ensuring compliance with client expectations and regulatory requirements.

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MedAmerica · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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Zeta Global · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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The role supports the design and governance of global compensation programs, focusing on job architecture and leveling frameworks. It involves partnering with HR, Finance, and Sales Operations to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.

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Staff Accountant

AnswerRocket · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

AnswerRocket

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Staff Accountant

Manage revenue invoicing, month-end and year-end closing processes, and balance sheet reconciliations. Support payroll, tax documentation, and the automation of recurring accounting workflows using AI tools.

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Senior Claims Specialist - Cyber Liability

Gallagher · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Gallagher

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Claims Specialist is responsible for managing moderately complex Cyber claims throughout the full claim life cycle, including coverage analysis, investigation, evaluation, and resolution. This role ensures claims are handled in accordance with client expectations, policy obligations, and regulatory requirements.

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Billing Specialist

TrueBlue · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

TrueBlue

🌎 United States 💵 $21 - $26.2 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Billing Specialist

Manage end-to-end customer invoicing and resolve complex billing discrepancies through cross-functional partnership. Serve as a primary point of contact for customers to address invoice issues and implement process improvements to reduce billing cycles.

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Nonprofit Accountant

Nonprofit Fiscal Management · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Nonprofit Fiscal Management

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

Manage day-to-day financial operations for a portfolio of nonprofit clients, including monthly and quarterly close processes. Support organizations with budgeting, grant reporting, and the preparation of annual audits and tax filings.

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Financial Analyst – Renewable Energy Project Finance Advisory - H/F

Greensolver · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Greensolver

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

Perform financial due diligence, build and optimize financial models, and conduct business valuations for renewable energy assets. Manage transaction processes and perform market benchmark analysis on revenues, OPEX, and CAPEX.

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Compensation Analyst

GoHealth Urgent Care · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

GoHealth Urgent Care

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

The Compensation Analyst supports the design, implementation, and administration of competitive pay programs across a multi-state healthcare environment. This includes conducting market analysis, managing salary structures, and ensuring compliance with federal and state pay transparency laws.

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Senior SAP Payroll Consultant, Belgium Payroll

Strada · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 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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Santander · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

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🌎 United States 💵 $101K - $175K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

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Consultant, Transaction Tax Compliance

Ryan Companies US, Inc. · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Ryan Companies US, Inc.

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Consultant performs the duties of the client’s sales tax department, including preparation of monthly state and local sales and use tax returns. They will interact with team members and clients daily, ensuring compliance and addressing any issues that arise.

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Senior Advisor, Branch Manager Supervisory Principal

Raymond James · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Raymond James

🌎 United States 💵 $75000 - $90000 per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Advisor, Branch Manager Supervisory Principal is responsible for managing the supervisory oversight of branch manager activities to ensure compliance with firm and regulatory policies. This includes reviewing client accounts, educating branch staff, and escalating concerns to senior management.

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Consultant, Transaction Tax Compliance

Ryan · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Ryan

🌎 Canada ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Consultant performs the duties of the client’s sales tax department, including preparation of monthly state and local sales and use tax returns. The Consultant will interact with team members and correspond with clients daily during compliance season.

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Loan Processor

CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

CrossCountry Mortgage, LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Loan Processor is responsible for providing quality customer service by obtaining necessary documentation to underwrite loans and communicating directly with customers and Loan Officers. They also ensure compliance with mortgage-related regulations and manage the loan pipeline effectively.

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Associate, Investment Management

Crux · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Crux

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

The Associate will build and maintain financial models for tax equity transactions and prepare investment materials for the Investment Committee. They will also support transaction execution and portfolio management while leveraging AI tools for efficiency.

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Senior IT Auditor

Ryan Specialty · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Ryan Specialty

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $125K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance IT Auditor

Perform complex IT audits, internal controls, and SOX projects to ensure controls are designed and operating effectively. This includes reviewing infrastructure, application controls, and cyber security while collaborating with management and external auditors.

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Senior Underwriter or AVP, Medical Stop Loss (Core)

Skyward Specialty · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Skyward Specialty

🌎 United States 💵 $100K - $170K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Underwriter

Responsible for underwriting new and renewal medical stop-loss accounts to ensure profitability and alignment with company goals. This includes evaluating risk, negotiating rates and terms, and managing relationships with producers and clients.

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Accounts Receivable Manager

Wpromote · Full Time · 3 Weeks Ago

Wpromote

🌎 United States 💵 $91000 - $110K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Oversee day-to-day AR operations, including invoice approval, month-end close activities, and balance sheet reconciliations. Lead and mentor a team of three direct reports while partnering with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate billing and collections.

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Broker Transaction, Analyst - OH - (TEMP) - (REMOTE)

eXp World Holdings, Inc. · Part Time · 3 Weeks Ago

eXp World Holdings, Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $24 - $26.5 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Broker Transaction Analyst manages and reviews real estate contracts, addendums, and agreements to ensure compliance with state laws and MLS standards. They provide customer-centric support to agents and collaborate with Managing Brokers to mitigate risk and improve operational excellence.

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Broker Transaction, Analyst - TX - (TEMP) - (REMOTE)

eXp World Holdings, Inc. · Part Time · 3 Weeks Ago

eXp World Holdings, Inc.

🌎 United States ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Broker Transaction Analyst manages and reviews real estate contracts and agreements to ensure compliance with state laws and brokerage standards. They provide customer-centric support to agents and collaborate with Managing Brokers to mitigate risk and optimize operational workflows.

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