Entry Level Accountant Jobs
New grad accountant jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or portfolio of coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Education, Government & Public Sector, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like State of New Mexico, Teksky, and Kinder Morgan hiring at this level now.
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Requirements
Education and/or Experience:
- 2 years of experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination or closely related work and 1 year of experience in the maintenance, analysis and reconciliation of insurance or benefits accounts OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the completion of 30 semester hours of college, including 6 hours of accounting for each year of the required 2 years’ experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination or closely related work only.
Preference Qualifications Include:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2 (two) years of experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination or closely related work experience
- 2 (two) years of experience in the maintenance, analysis and reconciliation of insurance or benefits accounts
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competency Requirements
- The EGID Reconciliation Specialist role requires strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, auditing standards, employee state pension laws, federal COBRA guidelines, and relevant Internal Revenue Code sections.
- The specialist must possess skills in identifying and resolving discrepancies, accurately processing forms and reports, prioritizing tasks to meet critical deadlines, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and EGID confidentiality regulations.
- Effective communication and professional customer service are essential when supporting internal and external stakeholders.
- These responsibilities align closely with the competencies of Ensures Accountability, by meeting strict accuracy and timeliness standards; Problem Solving, by analyzing account issues and implementing effective resolutions; and customer focus, by providing timely, accurate and professional guidance to customers.
Requirements
Education and/or Experience:
- 2 years of experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination or closely related work and 1 year of experience in the maintenance, analysis and reconciliation of insurance or benefits accounts OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting the completion of 30 semester hours of college, including 6 hours of accounting for each year of the required 2 years’ experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination or closely related work only.
Preference Qualifications Include:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2 (two) years of experience in bookkeeping work, insurance eligibility determination or closely related work experience
- 2 (two) years of experience in the maintenance, analysis and reconciliation of insurance or benefits accounts
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competency Requirements
- The EGID Reconciliation Specialist role requires strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, auditing standards, employee state pension laws, federal COBRA guidelines, and relevant Internal Revenue Code sections.
- The specialist must possess skills in identifying and resolving discrepancies, accurately processing forms and reports, prioritizing tasks to meet critical deadlines, and maintaining compliance with HIPAA and EGID confidentiality regulations.
- Effective communication and professional customer service are essential when supporting internal and external stakeholders.
- These responsibilities align closely with the competencies of Ensures Accountability, by meeting strict accuracy and timeliness standards; Problem Solving, by analyzing account issues and implementing effective resolutions; and customer focus, by providing timely, accurate and professional guidance to customers.
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- Education14
- Government & Public Sector11
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
- Consulting & Professional Services9
- Energy8
Entry Level Accountant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level accountant job?
Entry level accountant employers look for a degree in accounting or finance, familiarity with tools like QuickBooks or Excel, and any hands-on experience you can point to, whether that is an internship, a part-time bookkeeping role, or coursework projects. Candidates who can show accurate work under deadlines and a basic grasp of GAAP principles tend to stand out at this stage, even without years of professional experience.
Which companies hire entry level accountants?
Companies hiring entry level accountants right now include State of New Mexico, Teksky, and Kinder Morgan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including public accounting firms, corporate finance departments, nonprofits, and government agencies that regularly bring on new graduates to fill staff accountant and accounting assistant roles.
Are there remote entry level accountant jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are more common at mid-level than at the entry level. About 40% of entry level accountant openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting a mix of flexible and in-office arrangements depending on the employer and the nature of the accounting work involved.
Are these new grad accountant jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior accountant roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or campus accounting work toward that threshold, or explicitly accepts a degree in lieu of professional history. Look for titles like junior accountant, accounting assistant, or staff accountant I as signals that the role is built for someone entering the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level accountants?
Entry Level accountant roles concentrate in Education, Government & Public Sector, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they carry high transaction volume, regulatory reporting requirements, or growth that consistently creates demand for accountants who are new to the workforce.