Remote Accounting Jobs in Missouri

Working remotely in accounting from Missouri

Two separate metros each hold sizable corporate finance functions. St. Louis leans defense manufacturing, agribusiness, and healthcare, while Kansas City leans logistics, engineering, and financial services.

Major hiring areas in the state include St. Louis, Kansas City, Springfield, Columbia. Because these roles are remote, you are not limited to employers headquartered nearby: a Missouri 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 Missouri

Missouri taxes wage income on a graduated scale, and Kansas City and St. Louis add a local earnings tax.

If you live in Missouri and work for an employer based elsewhere, you generally owe Missouri 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 Missouri

CPA licenses are issued by state, not federally. Candidates in Missouri are licensed through the Missouri State Board of 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.