Work From Home Transcription for AccuTran Global

Updated September 12, 2024.

AccuTran Global is a virtual services company that has been in existence since 2002. They are based in Vancouver, but they hire people to work from home doing transcription throughout North America.

Most of the work done here involves transcribing financial conference calls and interviews. They claim they offer work for contract transcribers, real-time stenographers and voice writers.

How much does AccuTran Global pay for transcription?

This will vary depending on the position. Right now (September 2024), they have a captioning job open that pays based on length of the conference call, starting at $75 for events up to an hour.

Payments are made monthly with direct deposit.

Does AccuTran Global hire beginners?

They prefer to hire people with experience, but anyone can download and take their audio and questionnaire tests.

Even without experience, you may be able to get in if you do well enough on the test. If you know absolutely nothing about transcription, I'd recommend educating yourself a bit before attempting the test to give yourself a better chance of passing.

A lot of beginners actually start out at places like Quicktate and Scribie where, although the pay is on the low end, it can give you some familiarity with how transcription works.

Are you hired as an IC or an independent contractor?

AccuTran Global will hire you as an independent contractor, not an employee.

How busy is AccuTran Global?

The work is not considered to be full-time. If you've ever work as an independent contractor, then you already know that work can come and go.

So, as is the case with just about any work at home job, if you are hired here, you should have some other jobs to fall back on when the workload is slim to none.

Can you log in and work whenever you want?

This will really depend on what you are hired for. However, with most transcription work from home, there is still going to be a lot of schedule flexibility.

The way these types of positions work are that you have deadlines for the files you're sent to transcribe. So, you can work on them when it suits you, but you have to get them done before the deadline.

What are the technical requirements?

The only job they have listed at the time of this writing is for captioning.

For that role, they are requesting Steno or voice-writing software and equipment. You also need at minimum Windows 10 and a high speed internet connection.

Does the company hire outside the U.S.?

Yes, as stated above they are based out of Canada, so Canadians are welcome to apply. People in the US can apply as well. You just need to have a North American bank account.

How does the application process work?

You simply send your resume and/or cover letter to their hiring department (details on their jobs page). Make sure to provide them with whatever information they are requesting for the specific job you are applying for.

Then, wait to hear back!

Feedback on AccuTran Global

I'm not really finding any complaints/red flags on this company. Everyone seems to be saying they are pleasant to work for and pay on time.

Indeed has them at 4.3 of 5 stars. You can look at those reviews here.

If you would be interested in applying, you can go here to view the Jobs page.

You will have to scroll down until you see the section that says “Work With Us.” From there, click through to read job details and instructions for applying.