[All remote jobs](https://jobicy.com/jobs.md)Open role[![Remote logo](https://jobicy.com/data/server-nyc0409/galaxy/mercury/2025/06/63a88d3a-221-1.png)](https://jobicy.com/company/remote.md)Remote opportunity at[Remote](https://jobicy.com/company/remote.md) # Accountant Review the role, location requirements, compensation details, and application process before deciding whether this opportunity fits your next career move. [Apply for this job](#job-application)[View company](https://jobicy.com/company/remote.md)Share17 Aug 2026Published42Listing views3Application actions16 Sep 2026Apply before Opportunity details ## About this role. AI SummaryRemote is hiring a full-time Accountant for its Finance, Tax & Accounting team. The role covers SAP transaction posting, AP/AR/fixed-asset/bank/intercompany reconciliations, multi-country payroll accounting, month-end and year-end close, and statutory reporting support. Candidates need post-qualification accounting experience, GAAP knowledge, strong Excel and financial-analysis skills, and the ability to work independently under frequent deadlines. The position emphasizes asynchronous collaboration, ownership, automation and AI fluency, and careful compliance with local requirements. The stated eligible work locations are Spain and Portugal within EMEA, although no regions are returned due to the strict Anywhere-mode requirement. ## Role DNA A quick view of the complexity, pace, ownership and collaboration implied by the job description. ### Job Complexity 4/5EasyHard ### Pace & Pressure 4/5RelaxedFast-paced ### Autonomy Level 4/5GuidedFull ownership ### Communication Load 4/5IndependentCollaborative AI insightThe role requires sound post-qualification accounting judgment across SAP postings, multi-country payroll, reconciliations, statutory filings, and close processes. It is demanding because the accountant must deliver accurate work under recurring deadlines with limited supervision in a high-growth, distributed environment. ## Salary analysis Estimated compensation compared with the broader EU market for similar roles. Estimated job medianBelow market€48,075EU market range€65k–€85k0€94k AI insightThe posting explicitly discloses an annual full-time base salary range of EUR 45,250 to EUR 50,900, with a midpoint of EUR 48,075. For US-market comparison only, a reasonable estimated annual base-pay range for a similarly scoped accountant is USD 65,000 to USD 85,000; this market comparison is an estimate and is not the stated offer. ## Core skills Skills and capabilities most closely associated with this opportunity. [General Ledger Accounting](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=General%20Ledger%20Accounting.md)[SAP](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=SAP.md)[Month-End Close](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Month-End%20Close.md)[Year-End Close](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Year-End%20Close.md)[Balance Sheet Reconciliations](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Balance%20Sheet%20Reconciliations.md)[Accounts Payable](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Accounts%20Payable.md)[Accounts Receivable](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Accounts%20Receivable.md)[Payroll Accounting](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Payroll%20Accounting.md)[GAAP Compliance](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=GAAP%20Compliance.md)[Excel](https://jobicy.com/jobs?search_keywords=Excel.md) Cover letter sampleDear Hiring Team, I am excited to apply for the Accountant role on Remote’s Finance, Tax & Accounting team. My accounting background includes accurate transaction processing, reconciliations, close activities, financial analysis, and working carefully within GAAP and statutory requirements. I would bring strong Excel and finance-systems capability, attention to detail, and the ownership needed to manage multiple priorities in an asynchronous global environment. I am particularly motivated by the opportunity to support compliant international operations while using automation and AI thoughtfully to improve finance processes. Thank you for your consideration; I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to Remote’s accounting operations. Copy Sample interview questionsHow do you ensure balance-sheet reconciliations are complete and accurate during month-end close?I would use a documented close checklist with clear ownership, materiality thresholds, and cut-off dates. I would reconcile each balance to supporting schedules, investigate variances promptly, retain an audit trail, and escalate unresolved items early so the financial statements remain reliable. Describe your approach to recording and reconciling payroll across multiple countries. I would validate the payroll file against approved payroll reports, map each component to the appropriate general-ledger accounts, and reconcile payroll liabilities, cash payments, and accruals. I would also review country-specific tax and statutory requirements and investigate differences before finalizing the posting. How would you manage several deadlines and projects with little day-to-day supervision? I prioritize using a deadline-based close calendar, assess each task by risk and dependency, and communicate status asynchronously in a concise written format. When priorities conflict, I clarify the required outcome with my manager, complete high-risk close activities first, and document any follow-up actions. What process would you use to support local statutory filings such as VAT and corporate income tax returns? I start by confirming the governing accounting and tax requirements for the relevant jurisdiction, then maintain a filing calendar and evidence checklist. I reconcile source data to the ledger, obtain appropriate review where needed, and retain clear support for VAT, corporate tax, and statutory-financial-statement submissions. How would you apply automation or AI to improve an accounting process while preserving control and accuracy? I use automation for repeatable data preparation, validation checks, and variance identification, while retaining human review for accounting judgments and final approval. For example, I would automate recurring reconciliation templates and exception reports, then investigate unusual movements and document conclusions. ### About Remote Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We make it possible for businesses of all sizes to recruit, pay, and manage international teams. With our core values at heart and future focused work culture, our team works tirelessly on ambitious problems, asynchronously, around the world. You can find Remoters working from 6 different continents (Antarctica left to go!) and all of our positions are fully remote. With Innovation as one of the core values, we have built Automation and AI capabilities into the requirements for every role. We encourage every member of the Remote team to bring their talents, experiences and culture to the table to help us build the best-in-class HR platform. If you are energetic, curious, motivated and ambitious, be part of our world. Apply now and define the future of work! ### What this job can offer you Our Finance team at Remote covers everything from Tax, Accounting, and Treasury to Strategic Finance, Investor Relations, and M&A. We’re focused on keeping our finances healthy and straightforward, which means managing risks, making smart money moves, and guiding strategic choices with solid financial insights. We’re here to support Remote’s growth and make sure we’re ready for whatever comes next, in every part of the world we operate. Our job is to ensure that as we grow and evolve, our finances do too, in the most effective way possible. This is an exciting time to join Remote and make a personal difference in the global employment space as an Accountant, joining our Finance, Tax & Accounting team. ### What you bring * Post qualification accounting experience * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant * Demonstrated experience using core finance systems (SAP or similar is a bonus) * Ensure compliance with GAAP principles * Accuracy and attention to detail * Good financial analysis skills * Good communication skills, both written and verbal * Good time management and ability to meet constant deadlines * Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast paced, hyper growth environment * Ability to work with little to no supervision * Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel * Writes and speaks fluent English * It’s not required to have experience working remotely, but considered a plus * Demonstrates strong automation and AI capabilities and AI fluency. ### Key responsibilities * Responsibility for posting transactions in SAP * Close & reconcile sub-ledgers: AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Bank, Intercompany * Record and reconcile payroll for various countries * Support month-end and year-end close process * Performing monthly balance sheet reconciliation, support in variance analysis preparation * Ensuring that your portfolio follows local statutory requirements, i.e. VAT returns, Statutory Financial Documents, CIT returns and all other filings are finished and filed in accordance with local legislation & timelines. * Perform analysis and contribute to other projects as requested * Provide support in statutory close and Financial Statement preparation ### Practicals * You’ll report to: Manager Accounting and Controls * Team: Accounting * Location: EMEA: Spain, Portugal * Start date: As soon as possible ### Remote Compensation Philosophy Remote’s [Total Rewards philosophy](https://www.notion.so/people-Total-Rewards-1945bce8d3924ece9421ba8630f57b0c?pvs=21) is to ensure fair, unbiased compensation and fair equity pay along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate. We do not agree to or encourage cheap-labor practices and therefore we ensure to pay above in-location rates. We hope to inspire other companies to support global talent-hiring and bring local wealth to developing countries. At first glance our salary bands seem quite wide – here is some context. At Remote we have international operations and a globally distributed workforce. We use geo ranges to consider geographic pay differentials as part of our global compensation strategy to remain competitive in various markets while we hiring globally. ### Application process * Interview with recruiter * Interview with future manager with a test * Interview with Director, Accounting Controls * Bar Raiser Interview * [Prior employment verification check(s)](https://www.notion.so/96e108c037b8423cbd4c3f07a1f9b38b?pvs=21) Remote’s [Total Rewards philosophy](https://www.notion.so/remotecom/people-Total-Rewards-1945bce8d3924ece9421ba8630f57b0c) is to ensure fair, unbiased compensation and fair equity pay along with competitive benefits in all locations in which we operate. We do not agree to or encourage cheap-labor practices and therefore we ensure to pay above in-location rates. We hope to inspire other companies to support global talent-hiring and bring local wealth to developing countries. At first glance our salary bands seem quite wide – here is some context. At Remote we have international operations and a globally distributed workforce. We use geo ranges to consider geographic pay differentials as part of our global compensation strategy to remain competitive in various markets while we hiring globally. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level and location, and our job titles may span more than one career level. The actual base pay for the successful candidate in this role is dependent upon many factors such as location, transferable or job-related skills, work experience, relevant training, business needs, and market demands. The base salary range may be subject to change. At Remote, we foster internal mobility as a key element of our culture of employee growth and development, supported by a compensation philosophy that guarantees pay equity and fairness. Therefore, all compensation changes associated with an internal move will be reviewed by the Total Rewards & People Enablement team on a case by case basis. The annual salary range for this full-time position is €45.250—€50.900 EUR ### Benefits Our full benefits & perks are explained in our handbook at [remote.com/r/benefits](http://remote.com/r/benefits). As a global company, each country works differently, but some benefits/perks are for all Remoters: * work from anywhere * flexible paid time off * flexible working hours (we are [async](https://remote.com/async)) * 16 weeks paid parental leave * budget towards [co-working spaces, learning and wellness](https://app.notion.com/p/remotecom/Benefits-Perks-1e48a5869c274f40910b76d405b92f63?source=copy_link#3accb4dadab48025b7a6dbc23bc47504) (including gym memberships) * mental health support services * stock options * home office budget & IT equipment ### How you’ll plan your day (and life) We work async at Remote which means you can plan your schedule around your life (and not around meetings). Read more at [remote.com/async](https://remote.com/async). You will be empowered to take ownership and be proactive. When in doubt you will default to action instead of waiting. Your life-work balance is important and you will be encouraged to put yourself and your family first, and fit work around your needs. If that sounds like something you want, apply now! ### How to apply * Please fill out the form below and upload your CV with a PDF format. * We kindly ask you to submit your application and CV in English, as this is the standardised language we use here at Remote. * If you don’t have an up to date CV but you are still interested in talking to us, please feel free to add a copy of your LinkedIn profile instead. Not only do we encourage folks from all ethnic groups, genders, sexuality, age, abilities, disability status and any other under-represented group to apply, but we prioritize a sense of belonging. We have 4 ERGs (Women, Disability, Queer, Minorities in Tech) who meet regularly with the People team. During your interviews and beyond, we ask & encourage anybody who needs an accommodation to request one from their recruiter. We will ask you to voluntarily tell us your pronouns at interview stage, and you will have the option to answer our anonymous demographic questionnaire when you apply below. As an equal employment opportunity employer it’s important to us that our workforce reflects people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences and this data will help us to stay accountable. We thank you for providing this data, if you chose to. At Remote, we embrace AI as a valuable tool while prioritizing human creativity and authenticity. We look forward to meeting candidates who balance innovation with genuine expertise and experience. To learn more about Remote’s AI guidelines check see [here](https://www.notion.so/remotecom/Guidelines-on-using-AI-when-applying-for-a-job-at-Remote-11ccb4dadab4805f80a7c73b6567bd8f). Please note we accept applications on an ongoing basis. 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