Accounting Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts

Accounting Assistant jobs in Massachusetts are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in financial services, higher education, healthcare, and professional services firms. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, and established employers such as Fidelity Investments, Mass General Brigham, and Liberty Mutual regularly bring on accounting assistants at both entry and experienced levels. The most in-demand specialties include accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger support, reflecting the complex billing and compliance needs of the state's dominant industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles16
Top employerState Street
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring13
Work type67% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Fund Accounting & Administration (Private Equity), Assistant Vice President (Hybrid)
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Fund Accounting & Administration (Private Equity), Assistant Vice President (Hybrid)
State Street
Boston, Massachusetts
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$90k - $158k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Accounting Assistant
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Accounting Assistant
Coady's Towing
Lawrence, Massachusetts
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$58k - $70k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Assistant Vice President, Fund Accounting & Administration
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Assistant Vice President, Fund Accounting & Administration
State Street
Quincy, Massachusetts
Project & Program Management
Business Operations
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
$70k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Accounting/ Leasing Assistant
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Accounting/ Leasing Assistant
Mashpee Commons LP
Mashpee, Massachusetts
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$50k - $60k/yr

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Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant
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Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant
Custom Crafted Homes
Dennis, Massachusetts
Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Customer Success
$25 - $30/hr
On-Site

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Accounting Assistant Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
4 jobs
Dennis
1 job
Newton
1 job
Quincy
1 job
Beverly
1 job
Mashpee
1 job
Milford
1 job
Spencer
1 job
Waltham
1 job

Accounting Assistant Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

State Street4 open roles
City of Newton1 open role
Coady's Towing1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in accounting assistant jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
  • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
  • Working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes
  • Strong Excel skills including pivot tables, formulas, and data reconciliation
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in processing financial transactions and reports
  • Effective written and verbal communication for coordinating with vendors and internal teams

Accounting Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a accounting assistant in Massachusetts?

Most employers in Massachusetts look for candidates with at least an associate's degree in accounting or a related field, though a bachelor's degree strengthens your standing significantly. Massachusetts does not require a state-issued license for accounting assistants, so the path centers on education and software proficiency. Earning a credential such as the AIPB Certified Bookkeeper designation can help candidates stand out in the competitive Boston-area market.

Which companies hire accounting assistants in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts accounting assistant roles are posted by State Street, City of Newton, and Coady's Towing and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's concentration of financial services firms, academic medical centers, and university systems means demand is distributed across both the private sector and large nonprofit institutions throughout the state.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most accounting assistant jobs?

Boston, Dennis, and Newton have the most accounting assistant openings in Massachusetts. Boston dominates because it is home to major financial institutions, law firms, and healthcare systems, while Worcester and Springfield attract openings from regional manufacturers, insurers, and community health networks that need steady accounting support.

Are there remote accounting assistant jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 33% of accounting assistant openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how naturally the work translates to a desk-based, software-driven environment. Roles focused on accounts payable processing and invoice reconciliation are the most frequently listed as fully remote, while positions requiring in-person vendor or client coordination tend to be hybrid.

How can I get hired as a accounting assistant in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly for junior accounting clerk or accounts payable coordinator roles at Massachusetts community colleges, regional hospital systems, or mid-size professional services firms that routinely hire candidates fresh out of a two-year program. Lateral moves from administrative assistant or office coordinator positions at organizations such as UMass or Boston-area nonprofits are common. Completing a QuickBooks certification or the AIPB bookkeeper exam before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants with similar academic backgrounds.

Where can I find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.

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