Remote Accountant Jobs

Remote accountant, CPA, controller, audit, and tax positions.

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8530 jobs · 493 new in the last 7 days · Updated Sep 26, 2026

Chief Financial Officer

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $180K – $260K/yr

Accounting Manager

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $140K – $180K/yr

Experienced Audit

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $75K – $100K/yr

Expert Opportunity - International Tax Manager ($80/hr, up to $1,600/week)

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Remote · US Part Time $80/hr

Tax Senior Manager- Real Estate Tax Credits

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $135K – $185K/yr

Tax Senior Manager [Hospitality]

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $140K – $185K/yr

Financial Analyst

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $85K – $115K/yr

Senior Finance Systems Analyst

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $112.5K – $147.5K/yr

Senior Payroll Accountant

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $75K – $95K/yr

Staff Accountant

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $65K – $75K/yr

Partner Tax Preparation Advisor Senior Manager

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $91K – $321.5K/yr

Accountant

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $65K – $85K/yr

Staff Accountant

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Remote · US Full Time $85K – $95K/yr

Sr Accountant

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $85K – $115K/yr

Senior Accountant/Financial Analyst

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Remote · US Full Time $67.4K – $90K/yr

Senior Accountant - Revenue (US)

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Remote · 13 locations Full Time $90K – $105K/yr

Tax Senior Manager - National Tax (Compliance and Consulting)

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $130K – $185K/yr

Manager - Tax Controversy

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time Est. $120K – $165K/yr

Senior Accountant - Revenue (US)

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Remote · 13 locations Full Time $90K – $105K/yr

Partner Tax Preparation Advisor Senior Manager

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Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time $91K – $321.5K/yr

Working as a Remote Accountant

Remote accounting jobs span every specialty and setting — from staff and senior accountants to controllers, across tax, audit, financial reporting, and general-ledger work in both public practice and industry. As accounting has shifted toward cloud ledgers, paperless month-end close, and remote collaboration, a growing share of accountant roles are now offered remotely.

Remote accounting roles sit in accounting firms, companies' in-house finance teams, government, and nonprofits, at every seniority level from entry-level staff to controller. Strong candidates pair solid GAAP knowledge and ledger experience — and, for many roles, a CPA — with attention to detail and clear communication. The accounting roles on this site are updated daily across every specialty and include only positions employers advertised as remote.

Frequently asked questions

Are these accountant jobs remote? +

Yes — every role posted on this site was advertised as remote by the employer. That's our single inclusion criterion: if a position wasn't presented as remote, it doesn't get listed, so every accounting role here is a remote-advertised one. Please note that while we do our best to keep listings accurate, employers occasionally make mistakes in their own postings, so in rare cases a role advertised as remote may turn out not to be — we always recommend confirming the arrangement directly with the employer before you apply.

What kinds of remote accountant jobs are there? +

Just about every kind — staff and senior accountants, accounting managers and controllers, and specialists across tax, audit, financial reporting, and cost accounting, in both public accounting and in-house industry teams. Browse by specialty using the related pages, or explore the roles on this site.

Do remote accountant jobs require a CPA? +

Not always. Many staff, senior, and industry accounting roles don't require a CPA, while public-practice, audit, and senior technical-accounting positions more often do. Other credentials such as a CMA or EA can matter for certain roles. Check each listing for specifics.

What is the typical salary for a remote accountant? +

It varies by specialty, seniority, and setting — from around $55,000 for junior or staff roles to $150,000+ for controllers and specialised tax or technical-accounting positions, often with a bonus. A CPA and in-demand skills push compensation higher. Individual postings list compensation where the employer provides it.

Which accounting specialties are most remote-friendly? +

Areas that are largely software- and document-based — tax, financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, and FP&A — tend to offer the most remote roles, since cloud accounting systems make the work location-independent. Audit and controller roles are increasingly remote too, though they may involve occasional in-person work.

How do I find remote accountant jobs in my specialty? +

Use the related specialty pages — tax, audit, financial reporting, controller, and more — to narrow to your field, or browse all remote accounting roles on this site. New roles are added daily.

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