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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Vetcove · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Vetcove

🌎 United States 💵 $60000 - $100K per year ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Tax Specialist will manage sales tax compliance primarily using Avalara, which involves monitoring nexus thresholds and ensuring accurate tax rates and filings across jurisdictions. This role also includes supporting income tax organization, assisting with tax planning, and collaborating with internal staff and external CPAs.

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Bookkeeper

Adaptive Teams · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Adaptive Teams

🌎 Argentina ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper will manage daily bookkeeping tasks utilizing QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, and XERO, while also handling reconciliations, journal entries, and AR/AP management. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate financial records, tracking expenses and income, and preparing data for reviews.

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Default Claims Specialist (remote)

First American · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

First American

🌎 United States 💵 $21.24 - $28.31 per hour ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Claims Specialist monitors and completes activities related to claim filing according to statutory, regulatory, and company guidelines, managing claim timelines and workflow processes for files requiring a claim submission. This role involves servicing mortgage accounts to ensure title and claim activities comply with all relevant laws and guidelines while maintaining quality assurance metrics.

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Senior Manager – SAP HCM Italian Payroll

Strada · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Strada

🌎 Spain ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Manager will lead the delivery of SAP HCM Payroll services for outsourced customers, acting as the main escalation point for complex issues. This role also involves managing and mentoring a team of SAP HCM consultants supporting Italian Payroll solutions.

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Senior Accountant- Loan Portfolio

Regents Capital Corp. · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Regents Capital Corp.

🌎 United States 💵 $87000 - $106K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

This role involves maintaining and enhancing loan accounting processes to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable contract-level data, including boarding new contracts and overseeing daily cash receipt postings and reconciliations. The Senior Accountant will also partner with the Controller to capture contract-level accounting for revenue and key expenses, analyze portfolio data, and ensure compliance with internal controls.

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Finance Generalist

Syndicode · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Syndicode

🌎 Portugal ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Finance Generalist will own the company's financial planning cycle, including budgeting and forecasting, and manage the full billing process from contract review to payment reconciliation. This role also covers overseeing project finances, handling accounts payable end-to-end, managing payroll, and leading the monthly financial close and reporting.

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Sr. Financial and Actuarial Consultant

Gallagher · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Gallagher

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The primary focus is guiding Account teams and clients using financial decision-making tools, conducting client meetings, and effectively communicating on behalf of the underwriting team regarding core services. This involves analyzing carrier data for complex clients to recommend rate and funding level negotiations, and evaluating/presenting financial status reports.

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Finance Manager

GRAI · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

GRAI

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

The Finance Manager will maintain clear visibility into cash position, track and control key costs, and support budgeting and simple budget vs. actuals tracking. This role also involves owning core accounting operations, preparing monthly managerial finance reports, and coordinating external accountants for month-end close.

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IT CONSULTANT | BILLING / ABRECHNUNG (M/W/D)

Wilken Software Group · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wilken Software Group

🌎 Germany ⭐ 2-5 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves supporting clients with the functional implementation and further development of billing processes within the ENER:GY ERP solution, focusing on complex billing logics and stable processes. Responsibilities include technically advising clients on billing systems, analyzing and optimizing processes, implementing functional requirements like setting up billing rules, and moderating workshops.

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SENIOR IT CONSULTANT / FINANCE & ACCOUNTING | UTILITIES (M/W/D)

Wilken Software Group · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wilken Software Group

🌎 Germany ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves supporting energy suppliers and municipal utilities in implementing, developing, and utilizing the ENER:GY ERP billing solution, focusing on financial accounting and commercial processes. This includes advising clients on ERP-supported financial processes, analyzing, designing, and optimizing FiBu-related processes like payments, dunning, and reporting.

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D-tree · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

D-tree

🌎 Tanzania ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Health Economist will provide specialized economic knowledge and methodology guidance to inform the design of an intervention aimed at reducing costs and improving outcomes in the pediatric pneumonia care pathway in Zanzibar. This includes analyzing current cost drivers, providing economic evidence for design features, and advising on cost-effectiveness measurement.

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(Senior) Accountant (m/w/d)

PROLOGA GmbH · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

PROLOGA GmbH

🌎 Germany, Russia ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The role involves preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, actively contributing to group consolidation including intercompany reconciliations, and handling day-to-day accounting transactions. Key tasks also include supporting the implementation of a new ERP system and optimizing consolidation/reporting using LucaNet.

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Virtual Staff - Accounts Payable Clerk (Real Estate)

Outsource Access · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Outsource Access

🌎 Philippines ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The clerk will manage the full-cycle Accounts Payable process for over 200 invoices per cycle, ensuring financial accuracy for a large commercial real estate portfolio. Responsibilities also include meticulously cross-referencing historical ledgers for correct GL coding and documenting repetitive workflows.

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Director of Product, Financial Platform

DraftKings Inc. · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

DraftKings Inc.

🌎 United States 💵 $192K - $240K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Director of Product

The Director of Product, Financial Platform will define and drive the strategy and roadmap for core financial systems, including payments, ledgering, and money movement across the global ecosystem. This role involves leading the development of scalable financial services, partnering with cross-functional teams, and overseeing risk systems and operational efficiency improvements.

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Tax Associate

Cobalto Talent · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Cobalto Talent

🌎 Mexico ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The associate will support the preparation, analysis, and filing of U.S. tax credits, focusing on R&D tax credits, by analyzing client operations and technical documentation. Key duties include conducting regulatory research, validating client data, preparing detailed workpapers, and managing multiple client engagements to meet deadlines.

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Controller (Virtual/Remote)

InductiveHealth · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

InductiveHealth

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

The Controller will lead and manage all daily core accounting operations, including general ledger, reconciliations, and full-cycle A/R and A/P, while owning the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes. Key duties also involve preparing financial statements, leading accounting integration for acquisitions, ensuring ASC 606 compliance, and serving as the primary contact for external auditors and tax advisors.

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Director of Finance (Controller and FP&A)

Charter Impact · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Charter Impact

🌎 United States 💵 $160K - $180K per year ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance Controller

The Director of Finance leads monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring accurate reporting and managing junior resources, while also overseeing the preparation of financial statements and ensuring GAAP compliance. This role involves leading budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and analyzing performance to provide actionable insights to executive leadership.

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Senior Accountant – Nordics, Finance (m/f/d)

Isar Aerospace SE · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Isar Aerospace SE

🌎 Germany ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

The Senior Accountant will oversee and ensure smooth accounting processes for Isar Norway and Isar Sweden, securing timely and accurate month/year-end closings with external providers. Key tasks include recording payment transactions, supporting cost control, maintaining asset records, preparing financial reports, generating statements, and optimizing accounting processes.

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LN Concerts, Senior Accountant II

Live Nation Entertainment · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Live Nation Entertainment

🌎 United States 💵 $80000 - $100K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance Accountant

This role involves performing month-end close tasks, including preparing general ledger entries and analysis, and reviewing period close submissions for reporting package consolidation. The accountant will also detail review balance sheets, reconcile accounts, and ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies.

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Tax Associate

Cobalto Talent · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Cobalto Talent

🌎 Mexico ⭐ 0-2 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The associate will support the preparation, analysis, and filing of U.S. tax credits, focusing on R&D tax credits, by analyzing client operations and technical documentation to determine eligibility and calculate credits. Key duties include conducting regulatory research, validating client data, preparing detailed workpapers, and managing multiple client engagements while meeting deadlines.

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Financial Management SME (50502)

MIRACORP INC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

MIRACORP INC

🌎 Switzerland ⭐ 10+ yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves serving as the primary technical resource for Defense Acquisition University (DAU) financial management curriculum, translating complex DoD financial topics into effective adult learning content for courses and credentials. This includes guiding the creation of design strategies, developing interactive components, and conducting comprehensive reviews to ensure policy compliance and accuracy.

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Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory - Skilled Nursing Industry Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $142K - $195K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The Senior Manager will lead client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance to skilled nursing and post-acute care organizations. This role involves driving change management initiatives, building executive relationships, and overseeing teams to ensure timely completion of accounting engagements.

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Senior Manager, Accounting Advisory - Commercial Real Estate Industry

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $151K - $203K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role involves leading client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance while driving change management initiatives through technology and process improvements. The manager will also oversee multiple client teams, ensuring timely delivery of accounting engagements and mentoring staff.

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Manager, Accounting Advisory - Technology Industry Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $109K - $147K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves reviewing financial reporting packages and work papers for quality and completeness, preparing and analyzing key performance indicators to support client insights, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting models. Additionally, the manager will provide technical accounting support and lead/coach junior staff on accounting and financial reporting matters.

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Senior Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Technology Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $151K - $203K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves leading client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance while driving change management initiatives to modernize service delivery. Responsibilities also include overseeing multiple client teams, ensuring accurate accounting engagement completion, and developing client budgets and forecasts.

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Manager, Accounting Advisory Services - Nonprofit Industry Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $109K - $147K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves leading engagements, building client relationships, and applying a solutions-focused mindset to strengthen nonprofit financial operations. Key tasks include reviewing financial reporting packages, analyzing performance data, presenting findings, and assisting with financial modeling.

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Senior Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Skilled Nursing Industry Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

The role involves leading client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance while driving change management initiatives to modernize service delivery. Responsibilities also include building trusted client relationships, overseeing multiple client teams, and analyzing financial performance to offer actionable recommendations.

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Manager, Accounting Advisory - Commercial Real Estate Industry

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States 💵 $109K - $147K per year ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

Responsibilities include reviewing financial reporting packages and work papers for quality and timely delivery, preparing and analyzing key performance indicators, and presenting findings to clients. The role also involves assisting with budgets, forecasts, cash flow models, and providing technical accounting support on complex issues.

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Senior Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Technology Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role involves leading client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance while driving change management initiatives to modernize service delivery. The manager will oversee multiple client teams, ensuring accuracy, and developing budgets and forecasts.

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Senior Manager, Outsourced Accounting - Technology Clients

Wipfli Advisory LLC · Full Time · 10 Weeks Ago

Wipfli Advisory LLC

🌎 United States ⭐ 5-10 yrs exp 💼 Finance

This role involves leading client advisory engagements at a CFO-level, providing strategic financial insights and operational guidance while overseeing multiple client teams. Responsibilities also include driving change management initiatives to modernize service delivery through technology and standardized processes.

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