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The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Financial Accounting & Reporting team at Boston University, and works closely with staff from Advancement, Budget, Business Affairs, Student Accounts, Research Accounting, and other areas. This position has the potential to work a hybrid schedule under the University's remote work guidelines.
Major duties of this position include:
- Assist in the analysis of gifts and endowments and perform monthly tasks to ensure these transactions are reported timely and in the proper net asset classification.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reporting including the oversight and flux analysis of critical financial areas.
- Prepare monthly analysis of various general ledger accounts and related reconciliations to provide leadership with insights on significant balances and fluctuations.
- Reconcile and monitor gift clearing accounts to ensure matching gift revenue and receipt.
- Prepare monthly and year-end journal entries.
- Prepare external tax reporting for CGAs, CRUTs, and CRATs.
- Collaboratively work with Advancement teams to review gift agreements and estate documentation for accounting implications and to ensure proper set up.
- Special projects as assigned include, but not limited to, performing outreach for unusual transactions, developing process improvements, utilizing new applications for data analysis such as Power BI, or preparing ad-hoc reports and reconciliations that support the department overall.
Pay Range: Salary Grade 48 Minimum $61,200, Midpoint $82,700, Maximum $104,100 Note: Salary is based on related experience, expertise, available budget, and internal equity; new hires can expect an initial annual salary which is between the minimum and midpoint of the range above ($75,000 - $85,000). Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to three (3) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field 3-5 years of accounting experience.
- Advanced skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas in order to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices with the ability to communicate topics and theories to internal non-accountant partners.
- Experienced in analyzing data to determine relevant conclusions and suggest appropriate actions to management.
- Proven track record to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
- Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented, demonstrating accuracy and quality of work output.
- Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with other) effectively and collaboratively in a small, collegial team environment.
- Self-motivated, proactive, intellectually curious.
Preferred Skills:
- CPA or CPA candidate Public accounting or experience within a higher education institution.
- Experience with ERP desirable, SAP.
Benefits/Other Information:
Boston University's generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
- Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University.
- Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page at https://www.bu.edu/hr/employee-resources/benefits/.
The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative. We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager - Senior Staff Accountant position'.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
The Senior Staff Accountant is a key member of the Financial Accounting & Reporting team at Boston University, and works closely with staff from Advancement, Budget, Business Affairs, Student Accounts, Research Accounting, and other areas. This position has the potential to work a hybrid schedule under the University's remote work guidelines.
Major duties of this position include:
- Assist in the analysis of gifts and endowments and perform monthly tasks to ensure these transactions are reported timely and in the proper net asset classification.
- Assist in the preparation of monthly and year-end financial reporting including the oversight and flux analysis of critical financial areas.
- Prepare monthly analysis of various general ledger accounts and related reconciliations to provide leadership with insights on significant balances and fluctuations.
- Reconcile and monitor gift clearing accounts to ensure matching gift revenue and receipt.
- Prepare monthly and year-end journal entries.
- Prepare external tax reporting for CGAs, CRUTs, and CRATs.
- Collaboratively work with Advancement teams to review gift agreements and estate documentation for accounting implications and to ensure proper set up.
- Special projects as assigned include, but not limited to, performing outreach for unusual transactions, developing process improvements, utilizing new applications for data analysis such as Power BI, or preparing ad-hoc reports and reconciliations that support the department overall.
Pay Range: Salary Grade 48 Minimum $61,200, Midpoint $82,700, Maximum $104,100 Note: Salary is based on related experience, expertise, available budget, and internal equity; new hires can expect an initial annual salary which is between the minimum and midpoint of the range above ($75,000 - $85,000). Boston University supports a flexible work environment for authorized staff members. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (i.e., remote work up to three (3) days per week), after completion of a successful observation period.
Required Skills
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field 3-5 years of accounting experience.
- Advanced skills utilizing Excel, including complex formulas in order to acquire, organize, and analyze data.
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices with the ability to communicate topics and theories to internal non-accountant partners.
- Experienced in analyzing data to determine relevant conclusions and suggest appropriate actions to management.
- Proven track record to multi-task and prioritize routine tasks and ad-hoc requests.
- Ability to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- Detail oriented, demonstrating accuracy and quality of work output.
- Ability to work (both independently and in conjunction with other) effectively and collaboratively in a small, collegial team environment.
- Self-motivated, proactive, intellectually curious.
Preferred Skills:
- CPA or CPA candidate Public accounting or experience within a higher education institution.
- Experience with ERP desirable, SAP.
Benefits/Other Information:
Boston University's generous benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, and paid time off!
- Full-time employees are also eligible for tuition remission for courses at Boston University.
- Note: the remission benefit extends to dependents as well. For more details on benefits, please refer to the Boston University benefits page at https://www.bu.edu/hr/employee-resources/benefits/.
The department of Financial Affairs at Boston University values intellectual, cultural, and social diversity among its staff and students. We remain steadfast in our dedication to building a team that is inclusive and equitable and a place where all constituents can thrive. For all positions, we are looking for individuals who enjoy working with colleagues in a collaborative environment and who are flexible and creative. We strongly encourage applications from women and under-represented groups who share our interest in serving a university community with diverse needs, backgrounds, ethnicities, and abilities. Interested applicants are asked to upload a resume, list of references (if available), and submit a cover letter addressed to 'Hiring Manager - Senior Staff Accountant position'.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote financial accounting manager jobs.
- CPA license or active candidacy strongly preferred by most employers
- 5 or more years of progressive accounting experience including at least one in management
- Proficiency in at least one major ERP system such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and experience applying technical accounting standards
- Demonstrated ownership of month-end and year-end close processes
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables, complex formulas, and financial modeling
Tips for Your Remote Financial Accounting Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
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Show your cloud accounting platform fluency
Remote financial accounting manager roles almost always require hands-on experience with NetSuite, Sage Intacct, QuickBooks Online, or similar cloud platforms. Name the specific systems you've used and the processes you owned in them, from general ledger management to financial reporting.
Demonstrate your async communication approach
Remote finance teams rely on written handoffs, shared close checklists, and documented reconciliation processes. In your resume and interviews, give concrete examples of how you've communicated accounting status, escalated issues in writing, and kept distributed stakeholders aligned without real-time meetings.
Highlight independent month-end close ownership
Remote employers want financial accounting managers who can own the full close cycle without daily check-ins. Describe the scope of closes you've managed, the number of entities or ledgers involved, and how you resolved discrepancies without on-site support.
Remote Financial Accounting Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote financial accounting manager job?
Target companies that already operate distributed finance teams, such as remote-first SaaS companies, fintech firms, and multi-entity organizations with decentralized accounting functions. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with cloud-based accounting platforms like NetSuite or QuickBooks Online. Candidates who demonstrate async collaboration experience and a history of closing books independently with minimal oversight stand out.
Which companies hire remote financial accounting managers?
Employers currently hiring remote financial accounting managers include McClintock & Associates, BD, and Angi, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role are common at remote-first technology companies, distributed financial services firms, and healthcare organizations managing multi-site accounting operations.
Can you get a remote financial accounting manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level financial accounting manager roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one with limited in-person oversight. Smaller remote-first companies and startups are more open to candidates earlier in their careers. Demonstrating proficiency with cloud accounting software, showing clean reconciliation or month-end close work from internships or contract roles, and strong written communication can open doors.
Do you need a degree for remote financial accounting manager jobs?
Usually, but remote employers weigh demonstrated results alongside formal credentials. A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is the common baseline, and CPA or CMA certification carries significant weight. Candidates without a traditional degree who show hands-on experience managing general ledgers, leading month-end close processes, and producing accurate financial statements can remain competitive, particularly at smaller remote-first organizations.
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