Remote Accounting Jobs in Iowa

Working remotely in accounting from Iowa

Des Moines is a significant insurance and financial services center, with Principal Financial Group headquartered there. Across the rest of the state, agribusiness accounting for grain, livestock, and cooperatives is a real specialty rather than a footnote.

Major hiring areas in the state include Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City. Because these roles are remote, you are not limited to employers headquartered nearby: a Iowa 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 Iowa

Iowa levies a flat state income tax on wage income.

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

CPA licenses are issued by state, not federally. Candidates in Iowa are licensed through the Iowa Accountancy Examining Board. 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.