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Accounting Jobs in the United States

3 min read · Updated 2026-09-09

If you want accounting jobs in the United States, focus on title + state + software skills. US employers hire for staff accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and bookkeeping.

Common USA accounting titles

  • Staff Accountant
  • Accounts Payable Specialist
  • Accounts Receivable Specialist
  • Bookkeeper
  • Payroll Coordinator
  • Accounting Clerk

What to highlight on your resume

  • ERP or tools (QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, Excel)
  • Month-end close or reconciliations (if you have them)
  • AP/AR volume or invoice accuracy metrics
  • US GAAP familiarity when relevant

Search steps

  1. Go to USA job listings
  2. Classification: Accounting (when available) or keyword Accountant
  3. Country: United States
  4. Add your state to cut commute or licensing surprises
  5. Apply only through the employer’s official link

Remote vs on-site

Some US accounting roles allow remote work; many still require on-site or hybrid. Read each posting carefully — “remote” may still mean US-only residency.

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