Accounting Assistant Jobs in Ohio

Accounting Assistant jobs in Ohio concentrate in healthcare systems, manufacturing, and financial services, with consistent demand from entry-level bookkeeping roles through senior accounts payable and payroll support positions. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the largest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Nationwide Insurance, Cleveland Clinic, and Procter & Gamble, all of which maintain large Ohio finance and accounting departments. Accounts payable processing, payroll coordination, and general ledger support are the most in-demand specialties across Ohio postings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles20
Top employerAdvics
Top cityDayton, OH
Cities hiring15
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Accounting & Billing Administrative Assistant
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Accounting & Billing Administrative Assistant
W3 Financial Group
Akron, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
51-200

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Assistant Accounting Controller (3 Years of Experience Req)
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Assistant Accounting Controller (3 Years of Experience Req)
ABC Concrete Cutting
Sylvania, Ohio
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
$30 - $35/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
11-50

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Seasonal Clerical Assistant — Accounting Firm
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Seasonal Clerical Assistant — Accounting Firm
Soderberg and Brenner CPAs, LLC
Port Clinton, Ohio
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Office Management
$17 - $20/hr
On-Site

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Escrow Services and Accounting Assistant
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Escrow Services and Accounting Assistant
Lawrence Management
Avon, Ohio
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$22 - $24/hr
On-Site

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Part Time Accounting Assistant
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Part Time Accounting Assistant
JET CONTAINER
Columbus, Ohio
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
On-Site

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Accounting Assistant Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dayton
3 jobs
Akron
2 jobs
Columbus
2 jobs
Sheffield Lake
2 jobs
Avon
1 job
Piqua
1 job
Lebanon
1 job
Milford
1 job
Archbold
1 job

Accounting Assistant Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Advics1 open role
AMG1 open role
JET CONTAINER1 open role

What Ohio Employers Look For

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

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field
  • Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle
  • Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, or payroll processing
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel including formulas and pivot tables
  • Familiarity with general ledger reconciliation and month-end close procedures
  • Accurate data entry skills and attention to detail in high-volume environments

Accounting Assistant Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a accounting assistant in Ohio?

The most direct path is completing an associate degree in accounting or business from an Ohio community college, such as Columbus State, Cuyahoga Community College, or Sinclair College, followed by applying to entry-level accounts payable or bookkeeping roles. Ohio does not require a state license for accounting assistants. Earning a QuickBooks certification or the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers credential strengthens applications considerably and is widely recognized by Ohio employers.

Which companies hire accounting assistants in Ohio?

Companies currently hiring accounting assistants in Ohio include Advics, AMG, and JET CONTAINER, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Ohio's large healthcare networks, insurance carriers, and manufacturing headquarters generate especially consistent accounting assistant demand year-round.

Which Ohio cities have the most accounting assistant jobs?

Dayton, Akron, and Columbus have the most accounting assistant openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of its high concentration of insurance, financial services, and corporate headquarters, while Cleveland's healthcare and manufacturing base and Cincinnati's consumer goods and banking sectors sustain steady demand in those metros as well.

Are there remote accounting assistant jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and they're more common than in many fields, since accounting assistant work is largely desk-based and document-driven. About 0% of accounting assistant openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the role translates to off-site work. Accounts payable processing and data entry functions tend to be the most frequently offered as fully remote positions.

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

Applying for accounts payable clerk or billing coordinator roles is the most realistic starting point, since Ohio employers in healthcare and manufacturing commonly hire candidates without accounting experience for these adjacent positions. Large Ohio health systems like OhioHealth and Cleveland Clinic run finance associate programs that accept candidates with a two-year degree and no prior accounting work. Completing a QuickBooks certification before applying gives candidates a concrete, verifiable skill that many hiring managers in Ohio treat as a substitute for experience.

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

You can find and apply to accounting assistant jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings, identify the roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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