Remote Accounting Jobs in Arkansas

Working remotely in accounting from Arkansas

Walmart is headquartered in Bentonville, and the supplier offices clustered around it make Northwest Arkansas an unusually deep corporate finance market for the state size. Tyson Foods and J.B. Hunt add food production and freight accounting.

Major hiring areas in the state include Little Rock, Fayetteville, Bentonville, Fort Smith. Because these roles are remote, you are not limited to employers headquartered nearby: a Arkansas 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 Arkansas

Arkansas taxes wage income on a graduated scale.

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

CPA licenses are issued by state, not federally. Candidates in Arkansas are licensed through the Arkansas State Board of 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.