Remote Accounting Jobs in New York

Working remotely in accounting from New York

New York City is the deepest financial services accounting market in the world, covering banking, private equity, hedge funds, and broker dealer reporting. Media, commercial real estate, and fashion add further specialties, and public accounting salaries run above national averages.

Major hiring areas in the state include New York City, Buffalo, Rochester, Albany. Because these roles are remote, you are not limited to employers headquartered nearby: a New York 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 York

New York taxes wage income on a graduated scale, and New York City residents pay an additional city income tax.

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

CPA licenses are issued by state, not federally. Candidates in New York are licensed through the New York State Board for 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.