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Remote Accounting Manager jobs

22 open positions in the United States, newest first.

Accounting managers run the day-to-day accounting operation of a company or business unit and are responsible for accurate, timely books. They lead the staff accountants who handle payables, receivables and the general ledger, own the month-end close, and are the main contact for auditors on accounting records.

About the Accounting Manager role

What the work looks like

  • Manage the month-end and year-end close calendar and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
  • Supervise staff accountants and accounts payable and receivable clerks, including training and reviewing their work.
  • Prepare or review monthly financial statements and budget variance explanations for the controller.
  • Maintain internal controls and accounting policies and document key processes ahead of audits.
  • Gather supporting schedules and answer questions from external auditors and outside tax preparers.

What employers ask for

  • Thorough knowledge of US GAAP
  • CPA license, often preferred or required
  • ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP or Oracle
  • Advanced Excel for reconciliations and analysis
  • Month-end close and audit preparation experience
  • Supervision of accounting staff

Doing this job remotely

With cloud ERP systems and electronic document workflows, a close can be run entirely remotely. Hours are uneven: the days around month-end, quarter-end and audit are long and fixed by the calendar. Remote managers need disciplined review procedures and secure handling of financial data, and some employers restrict hiring to specific states for payroll and tax reasons.

Where it comes from and where it leads

The usual route is staff accountant to senior accountant, often with early years in public accounting, before taking on a team. From accounting manager the path leads to assistant controller, controller and eventually finance leadership positions.