Remote Accounting Jobs in Massachusetts

Working remotely in accounting from Massachusetts

Boston is a global center for mutual funds and asset management, home to Fidelity and State Street, which makes fund accounting a deep local specialty. Cambridge and the surrounding biotech cluster add research credit and clinical stage company work.

Major hiring areas in the state include Boston, Cambridge, Worcester, Springfield. Because these roles are remote, you are not limited to employers headquartered nearby: a Massachusetts resident can work for a company in any state, which is what makes the remote market worth watching.

State income tax if you work remotely from Massachusetts

Massachusetts taxes wage income at a single rate, with an additional surtax on income above a high threshold.

If you live in Massachusetts and work for an employer based elsewhere, you generally owe Massachusetts income tax on those earnings, and your employer may need to register for withholding in the state. A tax professional can confirm how this applies to you.

CPA licensing in Massachusetts

CPA licenses are issued by state, not federally. Candidates in Massachusetts are licensed through the Massachusetts Board of Public Accountancy. Many remote roles do not require a CPA at all, and some employers accept a license from any state, so check the listing before ruling yourself out. Our guide to accounting certifications covers which credentials actually move the needle for remote work.

Remote roles hiring most often

• Remote bookkeeper, the most accessible entry point
• Remote staff accountant, steady demand at every level
• Remote controller, senior roles paying six figures
• Remote financial analyst, FP&A and corporate finance
• Remote tax accountant, year round and seasonal work

New to remote work? Start with how to find remote accounting jobs, or check the salary guide to see what these roles pay.