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Staff Accountant REMOTELocation: REMOTE; Must live within 75 miles of St. Louis, MOSalary: $70,000 - $85,000 + Bonus + BenefitsBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K w/ match, Holidays, PTOJob Type: Full-TimeTypical Hours: M-F; Flexible; 40hrs.wkStart Date: ASAPSponsorship is not availableStaff Accountant Remote Description Our client, a growth-oriented financial performance improvement firm, is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their growing team in St. Louis, Missouri. Working with Controllers and CFOs, you will be the supporting mechanism behind both roles, taking on work that ranges from financial analysis and project management to planning and transaction entry, giving you full-spectrum exposure to client delivery. The ideal candidate is highly knowledgeable of GAAP accounting principles and thrives in a fast-growth environment. To be successful, you must be able to change gears quickly while prioritizing client needs, delivering high-quality work, and using strong communication skills to provide top-notch client service. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established firm that promotes flexible hours and offers a clear pathway to promotion from Staff Accountant to Controller and eventually Fractional CFO. Note: This is a fully remote position, but you must live within 75 miles of St. Louis, MO to be considered. Staff Accountant REMOTE ResponsibilitiesSupport month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and financial reportingReconcile balance sheet, income statement, cash, AP, AR, and general ledger accountsAssist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activitiesExecute accounting projects, including analysis, ERP implementations and reportingIdentify, investigate, and resolve accounting discrepancies and financial record errors.Process and maintain client financial transactions accurately and timelyManage accounting tasks and project deadlines wCommunicate with clients to obtain documentation, answer questions, and provide status updatesEnsure accuracy, accountability, and on-time completion of all assigned client workRecommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client serviceStaff Accountant REMOTE QualificationsBachelor's Degree required3+ years of accounting experience requiredKnowledge of general ledger and GAAP accounting practices requiredAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills required (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables, etc.)About #twiceasnice RecruitingAcross industries, roles, and North America, we help clients quickly attract top talent with custom-built searches. With the lowest fee in the industry, the longest guarantee, and commission-free senior recruiters - we align our interests with the long-term success of every placement. Need recruiting help www.twonice.com Compensation: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceApplication Question(s):Do you have intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel This is a remote position, but you must live within 75 miles of St. Louis, MO.Where are you located What is your desired base salary Optional Please include your LinkedIn profile.Education:Bachelor's (Required)Experience:accounting: 3 years (Required)general ledger reconciliation: 1 year (Required)GAAP: 1 year (Required)Work Location: Remote .
11,726 accountant jobs open right now — here's where
Most are in the US, but your next role might be somewhere unexpected.
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Right now there are 11,726 open accountant positions on WorkMundi. The US leads with 3,242 jobs, followed by India (2,285), Australia (1,359), Philippines (629), and Singapore (441). If you've been thinking your options are limited to one country, look again.
One practical move: search by country first, not just by job title. The accountant role differs in scope, compliance, and day-to-day work depending on where you'd be based. A position in Australia may involve different tax codes, audit standards, and reporting cycles than one in India or the US. Narrowing by location before you read descriptions saves time and helps you spot roles that actually fit your expertise.
When you interview for an accountant role, expect this question: "Walk me through how you'd handle a transaction that doesn't reconcile." Hiring managers ask it because they want to see your troubleshooting method, not just whether you found the error. Practice explaining your logic step-by-step — what you check first, how you document it, and how you escalate if needed. That matters more than the final answer.
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