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Remote staff accountant jobs are open across the U.S. in accounting services, SaaS, healthcare, and financial services, at remote-first firms and distributed teams that range from growth-stage companies to established enterprises. Employers hiring remotely right now include Crunch Fitness, McClintock & Associates, and Integrated Dermatology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The Assembly Network is seeking a full time Senior Staff Accountant to oversee day to day accounting operations and provide accurate, timely financial information to support business decisions.
Reporting to the fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this person will serve as the primary in house accounting professional, managing the accounting cycle from transaction processing through monthly close, reconciliations, and financial analysis. Working independently with regular guidance and review from the CFO, the Senior Staff Accountant will help maintain reliable financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and build the foundation for the company's continued growth.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of core accounting operations while expanding into budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and broader finance leadership over time.
Work Arrangement
This is a full time hybrid position that combines remote work with time in The Assembly Network's Durham office. The schedule is flexible.
About The Assembly Network
The Assembly Network is redefining how North Carolinians connect with the places they live. Our mission is to deliver trusted local news, compelling storytelling, and revelatory scoops that help readers understand and navigate what's happening in their neighborhood, city, and state.
We’re the largest independent news operation in North Carolina and our nationally recognized journalism reaches more than 130,000 newsletter subscribers. Our network includes teams in Cary, Durham, Fayetteville, and Greensboro, as well as a statewide team covering politics, education, business, culture, and more.
What You Will Own
- Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices and payments through Ramp, maintain accurate records, and support positive vendor relationships.
- Accounts Receivable: Prepare customer invoices, record payments, and coordinate collection follow up with the sales team.
- Monthly Close: Code and post transactions in QuickBooks Online, including payroll and Stripe activity; reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts; record accruals; and maintain supporting schedules.
- Financial Analysis: Prepare budget to actual reports, identify significant variances, and clearly explain findings to the CFO and department leaders.
- Cash Flow and Planning: Monitor cash flow and support budgeting, forecasting, and tax and audit preparation in partnership with the CFO and the company's outside CPA firm.
- Profitability Reporting: Help develop business unit profit and loss (P&L) statements and analyze profitability by product and region.
- Processes and Controls: Document accounting policies, procedures, and controls, and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency as the organization grows.
What to Expect: you will be the primary in house accounting professional, so you will own your work and set your own priorities. You will meet with the CFO on at least a weekly basis and partner with our outside CPA firm on tax and audit work. Month end and quarter end bring concentrated deadlines.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or in a related field.
- Four to five years of accounting experience, including ownership of the full monthly close, accruals, reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the complete accounting cycle independently, from transaction processing through financial analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting software.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and consistent follow through in identifying and resolving issues.
- Ability to set priorities independently, manage competing deadlines, and complete the monthly close on time.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to colleagues who are not finance professionals.
Helpful, but not required
- CPA credential or CPA eligibility.
- Experience as the sole or primary accountant at a smaller organization.
- Experience with automated accounts payable and payment platforms, such as Ramp.
- Interest in developing into a broader finance leadership role.
- If you meet most of these qualifications and are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
What Success Looks Like
We will give you the time, training, and CFO support to get there. Here is how we will measure progress together.
By 90 days
- You have learned our systems, including Ramp, QuickBooks Online, LaunchPad, Stripe, and payroll reports, and have worked through a full monthly close with the CFO.
- You own accounts payable and accounts receivable from start to finish.
- You complete the monthly close with CFO review, finished by 8th of the month with reconciliations done and supporting schedules current.
- You have delivered your first budget-to-actual report with written variance explanations.
By 6 months
- You run the monthly close independently and on schedule, with no unexplained variances.
- Budget to actual reports are delivered by the 10th of every month.
- Your first written procedures for core processes are in place, and you and the CFO have held a formal six month review.
By 12 months
- Accounting policies, procedures, and controls are documented and in use across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the close.
- The outside CPA firm receives organized, complete support for tax and audit preparation, with minimal follow up requests.
- Business unit profitability reporting is helping leaders make decisions.
- You and the CFO have held a formal twelve month review and agreed on your readiness to begin the growth path responsibilities below.
Your Growth Path
This role is designed to grow with the right candidate. Initially, the focus will be on establishing consistent, accurate accounting operations and mastering the monthly close. As these responsibilities are performed reliably, the role will expand to include:
- Preparing monthly financial statements and variance commentary.
- Preparing the monthly Board and Finance Committee reporting package.
- Developing and maintaining the annual budget and cash flow forecast.
Progression will be based on demonstrated performance, readiness to take on broader responsibilities, and achievement of defined milestones. The anticipated path is promotion to Finance & Accounting Manager, generally within two to three years, as business needs and readiness align.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care, parental leave, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. You will be eligible for 20 days of paid time off, plus federal holidays, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Assembly Network is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Assembly Network participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
How To Apply
To apply, we invite candidates to submit answers to the following questions:
- Do you have at least 4 years of hands-on accounting experience, including owning the month-end close (accruals, reconciliations, journal entries) for one or more entities?
- Do you hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in another field plus at least 24 semester hours of accounting coursework?
- Have you independently prepared monthly financial statements or a management reporting package (P&L, balance sheet, and supporting schedules) that went to an owner, executive team, or board?
- Are you able to work on-site in Durham, NC at least 1 day per week?
Submit answers, a cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@theassemblync.com. We will review applications on a rolling basis beginning Monday, November 9.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 4 years of hands-on accounting experience, including owning the month-end close (accruals, reconciliations, journal entries) for one or more entities?
- Do you hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in another field plus at least 24 semester hours of accounting coursework?
- Have you independently prepared monthly financial statements or a management reporting package (P&L, balance sheet, and supporting schedules) that went to an owner, executive team, or board?
- Are you able to work on-site in Durham, NC at least 1 day per week?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham, NC 27701
Position Summary
The Assembly Network is seeking a full time Senior Staff Accountant to oversee day to day accounting operations and provide accurate, timely financial information to support business decisions.
Reporting to the fractional Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this person will serve as the primary in house accounting professional, managing the accounting cycle from transaction processing through monthly close, reconciliations, and financial analysis. Working independently with regular guidance and review from the CFO, the Senior Staff Accountant will help maintain reliable financial reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and build the foundation for the company's continued growth.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of core accounting operations while expanding into budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and broader finance leadership over time.
Work Arrangement
This is a full time hybrid position that combines remote work with time in The Assembly Network's Durham office. The schedule is flexible.
About The Assembly Network
The Assembly Network is redefining how North Carolinians connect with the places they live. Our mission is to deliver trusted local news, compelling storytelling, and revelatory scoops that help readers understand and navigate what's happening in their neighborhood, city, and state.
We’re the largest independent news operation in North Carolina and our nationally recognized journalism reaches more than 130,000 newsletter subscribers. Our network includes teams in Cary, Durham, Fayetteville, and Greensboro, as well as a statewide team covering politics, education, business, culture, and more.
What You Will Own
- Accounts Payable: Process vendor invoices and payments through Ramp, maintain accurate records, and support positive vendor relationships.
- Accounts Receivable: Prepare customer invoices, record payments, and coordinate collection follow up with the sales team.
- Monthly Close: Code and post transactions in QuickBooks Online, including payroll and Stripe activity; reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts; record accruals; and maintain supporting schedules.
- Financial Analysis: Prepare budget to actual reports, identify significant variances, and clearly explain findings to the CFO and department leaders.
- Cash Flow and Planning: Monitor cash flow and support budgeting, forecasting, and tax and audit preparation in partnership with the CFO and the company's outside CPA firm.
- Profitability Reporting: Help develop business unit profit and loss (P&L) statements and analyze profitability by product and region.
- Processes and Controls: Document accounting policies, procedures, and controls, and identify opportunities to improve accuracy, consistency, and efficiency as the organization grows.
What to Expect: you will be the primary in house accounting professional, so you will own your work and set your own priorities. You will meet with the CFO on at least a weekly basis and partner with our outside CPA firm on tax and audit work. Month end and quarter end bring concentrated deadlines.
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or in a related field.
- Four to five years of accounting experience, including ownership of the full monthly close, accruals, reconciliations, and balance sheet schedules.
- Demonstrated ability to manage the complete accounting cycle independently, from transaction processing through financial analysis.
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with QuickBooks Online or comparable accounting software.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and consistent follow through in identifying and resolving issues.
- Ability to set priorities independently, manage competing deadlines, and complete the monthly close on time.
- Ability to communicate financial information clearly to colleagues who are not finance professionals.
Helpful, but not required
- CPA credential or CPA eligibility.
- Experience as the sole or primary accountant at a smaller organization.
- Experience with automated accounts payable and payment platforms, such as Ramp.
- Interest in developing into a broader finance leadership role.
- If you meet most of these qualifications and are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply.
What Success Looks Like
We will give you the time, training, and CFO support to get there. Here is how we will measure progress together.
By 90 days
- You have learned our systems, including Ramp, QuickBooks Online, LaunchPad, Stripe, and payroll reports, and have worked through a full monthly close with the CFO.
- You own accounts payable and accounts receivable from start to finish.
- You complete the monthly close with CFO review, finished by 8th of the month with reconciliations done and supporting schedules current.
- You have delivered your first budget-to-actual report with written variance explanations.
By 6 months
- You run the monthly close independently and on schedule, with no unexplained variances.
- Budget to actual reports are delivered by the 10th of every month.
- Your first written procedures for core processes are in place, and you and the CFO have held a formal six month review.
By 12 months
- Accounting policies, procedures, and controls are documented and in use across accounts payable, accounts receivable, and the close.
- The outside CPA firm receives organized, complete support for tax and audit preparation, with minimal follow up requests.
- Business unit profitability reporting is helping leaders make decisions.
- You and the CFO have held a formal twelve month review and agreed on your readiness to begin the growth path responsibilities below.
Your Growth Path
This role is designed to grow with the right candidate. Initially, the focus will be on establishing consistent, accurate accounting operations and mastering the monthly close. As these responsibilities are performed reliably, the role will expand to include:
- Preparing monthly financial statements and variance commentary.
- Preparing the monthly Board and Finance Committee reporting package.
- Developing and maintaining the annual budget and cash flow forecast.
Progression will be based on demonstrated performance, readiness to take on broader responsibilities, and achievement of defined milestones. The anticipated path is promotion to Finance & Accounting Manager, generally within two to three years, as business needs and readiness align.
Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, including health care, parental leave, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan. You will be eligible for 20 days of paid time off, plus federal holidays, and 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Assembly Network is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The Assembly Network participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
How To Apply
To apply, we invite candidates to submit answers to the following questions:
- Do you have at least 4 years of hands-on accounting experience, including owning the month-end close (accruals, reconciliations, journal entries) for one or more entities?
- Do you hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in another field plus at least 24 semester hours of accounting coursework?
- Have you independently prepared monthly financial statements or a management reporting package (P&L, balance sheet, and supporting schedules) that went to an owner, executive team, or board?
- Are you able to work on-site in Durham, NC at least 1 day per week?
Submit answers, a cover letter, resume, and three references to jobs@theassemblync.com. We will review applications on a rolling basis beginning Monday, November 9.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Work from home
Application Question(s):
- Do you have at least 4 years of hands-on accounting experience, including owning the month-end close (accruals, reconciliations, journal entries) for one or more entities?
- Do you hold a bachelor's degree in accounting, or a degree in another field plus at least 24 semester hours of accounting coursework?
- Have you independently prepared monthly financial statements or a management reporting package (P&L, balance sheet, and supporting schedules) that went to an owner, executive team, or board?
- Are you able to work on-site in Durham, NC at least 1 day per week?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Durham, NC 27701
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Media & Entertainment
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote staff accountant jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, NetSuite, or SAP
- Knowledge of GAAP and general ledger accounting principles
- Experience with month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
- CPA license or active CPA exam candidacy preferred for many roles
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP formulas
Tips for Your Remote Staff Accountant Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote staff accountant openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your experience and apply directly. Remote postings often close fast, so checking regularly and applying as soon as a match appears gives you a real advantage.
Demonstrate cloud accounting platform fluency
Remote staff accountant roles almost always require hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or Sage Intacct. Name the specific platforms you have used, the transaction volumes you handled, and the close cycles you owned. Remote hiring managers filter on this before anything else.
Show your async communication in writing
Remote employers assess how well you communicate without real-time back-and-forth. Write your cover letter in plain, precise language, explain your close process clearly, and avoid vague summaries. Strong written communication signals you can coordinate with a remote finance team independently.
Prepare for remote-specific interview questions
Remote staff accountant interviews often include questions about how you manage deadlines without a manager nearby, how you flag discrepancies across distributed systems, and which tools you use to stay organized. Have a concrete example ready for each, drawn from real month-end or reconciliation work.
Remote Staff Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote staff accountant job?
Target companies that already operate with distributed finance teams, such as remote-first SaaS businesses, accounting services firms, and fintech companies. Remote employers screen for proficiency in cloud accounting platforms like QuickBooks Online or NetSuite, comfort with async written communication, and demonstrated ability to close books and meet deadlines without daily supervision. Candidates who can show clean reconciliations and process documentation in their work samples stand out.
Which companies hire remote staff accountants?
Companies hiring remote staff accountants right now include Crunch Fitness, McClintock & Associates, and Integrated Dermatology, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote staff accountant roles are especially common at remote-first technology firms, outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services, and distributed healthcare and financial services organizations.
Can you get a remote staff accountant job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level staff accountant roles are harder to land because employers expect you to manage month-end tasks independently from day one. Your best path is through outsourced accounting firms or SaaS startups that hire junior staff and build in structured processes. Showing proficiency in cloud accounting software, completing relevant coursework, and having clean sample work products can open the door when direct experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote staff accountant jobs?
Usually, but not always. Most remote employers expect at least an associate degree in accounting or a related field, and many prefer a bachelor's degree. What shifts the decision is demonstrated competency: remote employers weigh hands-on experience with general ledger reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, and cloud accounting platforms alongside, or sometimes instead of, formal credentials, particularly at smaller remote-first firms.
Which industries hire the most remote staff accountants?
The sectors hiring the most remote staff accountants are Media & Entertainment, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed finance teams to handle high transaction volumes and reporting across multiple locations or time zones without requiring staff to be on-site.
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