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Remote accountant jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed finance teams, and companies in sectors like technology, professional services, and healthcare. Employers hiring remote accountants right now include Wipfli, Orbiss, and FutureSight. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
- Prepare and review fiduciary account reconciliations in accordance with company policy and control requirements.
- Support weekly fiduciary cash review and classification by analyzing account balances and supporting detail.
- Research and help resolve reconciling items, including complex or aged differences, partnering with business and operations teams as needed.
- Monitor fiduciary suspense accounts and support timely follow-up on unmatched, aged, or complex activity.
- Prepare journal entries and support month-end and quarter-end close activities.
- Support assigned SOX controls, including evidence preparation and documentation.
- Assist with reconciliation reviews and help identify items that require follow-up, escalation, or additional analysis.
- Partner with Controllership, Treasury, Operations, and IT to support issue resolution and process improvement initiatives
Skills and experience that will lead to success
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Accounting experience, including reconciliations, account analysis, or month-end close support.
- Basic understanding of internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit documentation.
- Experience with fiduciary accounting, bank reconciliations, or treasury operations preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to analyze account activity and summarize results clearly.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend practical next steps.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting matters clearly.
- High attention to detail, strong sense of ownership, and willingness to research transaction-level detail.
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $80,000 - $92,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.
The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Aon is in the business of better decisions
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed.
What the day will look like
- Prepare and review fiduciary account reconciliations in accordance with company policy and control requirements.
- Support weekly fiduciary cash review and classification by analyzing account balances and supporting detail.
- Research and help resolve reconciling items, including complex or aged differences, partnering with business and operations teams as needed.
- Monitor fiduciary suspense accounts and support timely follow-up on unmatched, aged, or complex activity.
- Prepare journal entries and support month-end and quarter-end close activities.
- Support assigned SOX controls, including evidence preparation and documentation.
- Assist with reconciliation reviews and help identify items that require follow-up, escalation, or additional analysis.
- Partner with Controllership, Treasury, Operations, and IT to support issue resolution and process improvement initiatives
Skills and experience that will lead to success
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
- Accounting experience, including reconciliations, account analysis, or month-end close support.
- Basic understanding of internal controls, SOX requirements, and audit documentation.
- Experience with fiduciary accounting, bank reconciliations, or treasury operations preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to analyze account activity and summarize results clearly.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend practical next steps.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain accounting matters clearly.
- High attention to detail, strong sense of ownership, and willingness to research transaction-level detail.
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Pay Transparency Laws
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $80,000 - $92,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location.
The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon’s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon’s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Who's Hiring
- Wipfli12
- Orbiss5
- FutureSight5
- JNP Consulting Services4J
- Integrated Dermatology3
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance
- Law & Legal Services
- Accounting & Auditing
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
- Active CPA license or demonstrated progress toward CPA certification
- Proficiency in ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Experience preparing or reviewing financial statements under GAAP
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and formulas
- Two or more years of experience in public accounting or corporate finance
Tips for Your Remote Accountant Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote accountant openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly. Remote positions close faster than on-site roles, so acting on a strong match the same day it posts matters.
Show your cloud accounting platform proficiency
Remote employers want accountants who already know QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, Xero, or similar cloud platforms and need no ramp time. List the platforms you use daily and the specific workflows you own, such as month-end close, AP reconciliation, or financial reporting.
Prove you can communicate asynchronously
Remote accounting teams rely on written communication across time zones instead of quick desk check-ins. Write your cover letter and any application questions with the same precision you bring to a financial report, because remote hiring managers treat written communication as a live sample of your work style.
Highlight remote work in your work history
If you've worked remotely before, call it out explicitly in your resume for each relevant role. Remote employers weight prior distributed work experience heavily because it signals you can manage your close schedule, flag issues proactively, and meet deadlines without in-person oversight.
Remote Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote accountant job?
Target companies that already run distributed finance teams, such as remote-first SaaS firms, accounting service providers, and multi-state organizations with no central office. Remote employers screen for self-directed work habits, clear written communication, and proficiency in cloud accounting platforms like QuickBooks Online and NetSuite. Candidates who demonstrate async collaboration and month-end close experience without hand-holding consistently stand out.
Which companies hire remote accountants?
Companies hiring remote accountants right now include Wipfli, Orbiss, and FutureSight, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Remote-first firms, distributed professional services companies, and multi-state businesses that need accounting support across time zones are among the most consistent hirers of accountants in fully remote roles.
Can you get a remote accountant job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level accountant roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-office mentorship. Smaller remote-first companies and accounting services firms are the most likely to hire entry-level candidates. Showing proficiency in cloud accounting software, completing a bookkeeping certification, or building a portfolio through freelance work all open doors when direct experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote accountant jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prioritize demonstrated skills over formal credentials for non-CPA accounting roles. Proficiency in platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, or NetSuite, combined with a record of accurate reconciliations, reporting, or close cycles, carries real weight. A degree matters more for senior or CPA-track roles, but bookkeeping and staff accountant positions at remote-first companies frequently accept relevant certifications and hands-on results.
Which industries hire the most remote accountants?
The sectors hiring the most remote accountants are Insurance, Law & Legal Services, and Accounting & Auditing, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These industries tend to run distributed teams across multiple states, making remote accountants a practical fit for managing general ledger, payroll, and financial reporting without requiring a central office presence.
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