What do remote Accountant jobs pay?
By seniority
| Level | Median | Range (25th–75th) | n |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-level | $75k | $53k–$100k | 123 |
| Senior | $90k | $80k–$110k | 104 |
| Lead / Principal | $62k | $55k–$75k | 45 |
Bars share one scale (longest = $110k). Bands need ≥25 disclosing postings to appear.
FAQ
What is the average remote accountant salary?
Across the 276 live remote accountant postings that disclose a salary, the median is $80k and the middle half of roles falls between $60k and $100k. These are advertised ranges from real job postings, updated nightly — not an annual survey.
How does remote accountant pay change with seniority?
Mid-level roles median at $75k, Senior roles median at $90k, Lead / Principal roles median at $62k. The jump between mid and senior is usually the largest single step, which is why "senior accountant" is the highest-paid remote query band.
How reliable are these accountant salary numbers?
They cover only postings that publish a range — typically US-anchored employers, since several US states now mandate pay transparency. Roles from markets without disclosure norms are excluded, so treat this as the disclosed-pay market, not the global average.
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