Remote Accounting Jobs in New Jersey

Working remotely in accounting from New Jersey

Pharmaceutical and life sciences headquarters are concentrated here, and financial services operations spill across the Hudson from New York. The Port of New York and New Jersey makes logistics and customs related accounting common.

Major hiring areas in the state include Newark, Jersey City, Trenton, Edison. Because these roles are remote, you are not limited to employers headquartered nearby: a New Jersey 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 New Jersey

New Jersey taxes wage income on a graduated scale.

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

CPA licenses are issued by state, not federally. Candidates in New Jersey are licensed through the New Jersey 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.