Cost Accountant

RemotePass; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

RemotePass is seeking a Cost Accountant to support our Employer of Record operations. You will verify payroll costs, issue client invoices, and manage payments across multiple currencies and entities.

The role requires 3+ years in accounting, CPA/ACCA/CA or equivalent, and strong Excel skills. You will collaborate with Payroll and Finance to ensure accurate billing and timely payments, operating primarily during CET hours in a fast-growing, global remote-work friendly environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or audit with invoicing and reconciliations.
• Accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent).
• Experience with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting in a group of companies.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Team player with clear stakeholder communication.
• MS Office proficiency, especially Excel.
• Ability to align with CET working hours.

Responsibilities

• Review payroll data to ensure correct salaries and costs are recorded.
• Prepare and issue client invoices based on payroll and service costs.
• Track and follow up on client payments to ensure timely collection.
• Manage supplier/vendor payments and review invoices for timely processing.
• Own and maintain cost accounts and AP records.

Skills

Payroll accuracy

Invoicing

Intercompany reconciliation

Multi-currency accounting

Excel proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting certification (CPA/ACCA/CA)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

About Us

RemotePass is a leading global platform transforming the way businesses access and manage top talent. Recognized as one of G2’s Top 100 Fastest Growing Software Products, we’re on a mission to break down geographical barriers and create a world where exceptional talent can thrive anywhere.

By streamlining global hiring, onboarding, payroll, and compliance, RemotePass empowers organizations to build high-performing remote teams. Our platform is designed to improve the lives of millions of workers worldwide by providing them with unprecedented opportunities to connect with global employers and reach their full potential.

We are backed by world-class investors; Endeavor Catalyst, Khwarizmi Ventures, Oraseya Capital, Flyer One Ventures, Access Bridge Ventures, A15, Swiss Founders Fund and Plug & Play.

About the Role

As part of our Finance team, we're looking for a Cost Accountant to support the accounting operations behind our Employer of Record (EOR) business. You'll be responsible for making sure payroll costs are accurate, client invoices go out correctly and on time, supplier payments are managed smoothly, and every cost transaction is properly recorded. This is a hands-on, detail-driven role at the center of how we bill clients and pay employees and vendors across multiple entities and currencies.

Responsibilities

As a key team member of our Finance Team, you will focus on the following:

• Review and verify payroll data to confirm employees are paid the correct salaries and related costs are accurately recorded
• Prepare and issue client invoices based on payroll and service costs
• Track and follow up on client payments to ensure timely collection
• Manage the supplier/vendor payment process, including reviewing invoices and processing payments on schedule
• Own and maintain cost accounts and Accounts Payable (AP) records
• Reconcile payroll costs and intercompany transactions across entities
• Reconcile financial data to support tax and compliance reporting
• Support month-end and year-end close activities
• Maintain and improve end-to-end EOR accounting workflows
• Assist with tax audits and tax return preparation as needed
• Collaborate closely with Payroll, Customer Success, and other departments to resolve discrepancies and ensure smooth billing/payment cycles

• 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or audit, with hands-on exposure to invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
• Accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent)
• Experience working within a group of companies with multi-entity and multi-currency accounting
• Strong analytical skills with close attention to detail and a quality-first mindset
• Fluent English (written and spoken); additional languages are a plus
• Strong team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders across departments
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel)
• Ability to work in alignment with CET (Central European Time) working hours

A plus:

• 1+ years of experience in global payroll processing/controlling or EOR/PEO accounting