Entry Level Accounting Administrative Assistant Jobs
New grad accounting administrative assistant jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship or hands-on coursework in bookkeeping or office administration can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Staffing & Recruiting, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Jobot, BKF Engineers, and Robert Half hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Staff Accountant will administer and perform GAAP Accounting practices required to record and report financial performance for U.S. and Canadian facilities. This is a terrific opportunity to support the Corporate Accounting team in a role that provides great growth potential. This position will be based in our Hunt Valley, MD office.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for reporting and analysis of accounting transactions related to Apex business through G/L Systems and HFM
- Complete timely, accurate Month End, Quarter End and Year End financial closing activities and reporting
- Perform various payable and accrual analysis
- Monitor and manage intercompany transactions
- Work cross-functionally with various Apex departments such as AR, AP, Planning, and Tax
- Participate in Internal and External Audit compliance activities
- Perform and review account analysis and reconciliations
- Participate in projects and initiatives as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, CPA candidate preferred
- 0-3 years of progressively more responsible work experience in general accounting (strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls
- Solid time/project management skills and demonstrated experience balancing multiple tasks
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools
- Exposure to SAP, HFM, and/or BW Reporting
INTRODUCTION
Reporting to the Manager of Accounting, the Staff Accountant will administer and perform GAAP Accounting practices required to record and report financial performance for U.S. and Canadian facilities. This is a terrific opportunity to support the Corporate Accounting team in a role that provides great growth potential. This position will be based in our Hunt Valley, MD office.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for reporting and analysis of accounting transactions related to Apex business through G/L Systems and HFM
- Complete timely, accurate Month End, Quarter End and Year End financial closing activities and reporting
- Perform various payable and accrual analysis
- Monitor and manage intercompany transactions
- Work cross-functionally with various Apex departments such as AR, AP, Planning, and Tax
- Participate in Internal and External Audit compliance activities
- Perform and review account analysis and reconciliations
- Participate in projects and initiatives as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required, CPA candidate preferred
- 0-3 years of progressively more responsible work experience in general accounting (strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated knowledge of internal controls
- Solid time/project management skills and demonstrated experience balancing multiple tasks
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and data analysis tools
- Exposure to SAP, HFM, and/or BW Reporting
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Who's Hiring
- Jobot75
- BKF Engineers7
- Robert Half6
- State Street5
- Collabera4
Top Industries Hiring
- Staffing & Recruiting86
- Education63
- Consulting & Professional Services40
- Technology & Software37
- Manufacturing30
Entry Level Accounting Administrative Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level accounting administrative assistant job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate basic bookkeeping knowledge, proficiency in spreadsheet software like Excel or Google Sheets, and strong organizational skills. Coursework in accounting, business administration, or finance signals readiness, and any internship or part-time office experience gives you a concrete edge. Tailoring your resume to highlight data entry accuracy, attention to detail, and communication skills helps your application stand out.
Which companies hire entry level accounting administrative assistants?
Companies hiring entry level accounting administrative assistants right now include Jobot, BKF Engineers, and Robert Half, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from small and mid-size businesses, regional accounting firms, healthcare organizations, and government agencies that regularly bring on junior support staff to handle day-to-day financial and administrative tasks.
Are there remote entry level accounting administrative assistant jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles in this field are on-site. About 34% of entry level accounting administrative assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer preference for in-office training for new hires. Remote and hybrid options do exist, particularly at larger companies and those with distributed finance teams, so filtering by work setting when you search is worth your time.
Are these new grad accounting administrative assistant jobs?
Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior accounting administrative assistant roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically states that zero to two years of experience is acceptable and may treat internships, coursework projects, or a portfolio of relevant work as qualifying experience in place of a formal job history.
Which industries hire the most entry level accounting administrative assistants?
Entry Level accounting administrative assistant roles concentrate in Staffing & Recruiting, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because they maintain large administrative and finance support teams that regularly need junior candidates to handle accounts payable, data entry, filing, and general office coordination as part of their daily operations.