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Finance Assistant jobs are open across corporate finance, healthcare, nonprofits, and government agencies, from entry-level to senior assistant and accounting support roles, with specializations in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About the Role: This cabinet-level position serves as the District's chief financial and operations officer, with executive responsibility for financial management, facilities, food service, transportation, technology, health services, and designated community programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional financial and operational leadership, integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to align District resources and support services with the needs of students, staff, families, and the broader community.
Primary Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Serve as the District's chief financial officer and advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on fiscal matters.
- Develop, administer, and monitor the annual budget and long-range financial plan.
- Oversee accounting, benefits, payroll, purchasing, investments, unemployment, workers' compensation, state and federal aid, grants, audits, risk management, contracts, and financial reporting.
- Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Board policies, and accounting standards.
- Prepare and present financial reports, projections, and recommendations to the Board of Education and community.
- Support collective bargaining through financial analysis and costing of proposals.
Operational Leadership
- Lead District-wide safety, security, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
- Provide executive oversight of Buildings and Grounds, Food Service, Transportation, Technology, Health Services, capital projects, and assigned community programs.
- Supervise and evaluate assigned administrators, directors, supervisors, and departments.
- Lead capital planning and coordinate the work of architects, engineers, contractors, and other professional service providers.
- Oversee departmental budgets, staffing, contracts, regulatory compliance, safety, and operational performance.
- Coordinate community programs and partnerships, including SHEF, Dollars for Scholars, Driver Education, and facility use.
District Leadership
- Serve as an active member of the Superintendent's cabinet and contribute to District-wide strategic planning and decision-making.
- Align financial and operational resources with the District's mission, strategic priorities, instructional programs, and student needs.
- Build productive relationships with administrators, employees, bargaining units, families, community partners, government agencies, and professional organizations.
- Recommend and implement Board policies and administrative procedures related to finance and assigned operational areas.
- Prepare agenda items, reports, resolutions, and recommendations for Board of Education consideration.
- Attend Board of Education meetings, committee meetings, budget presentations, public hearings, community meetings, and other meetings as required.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.
Qualifications:
- New York State certification as a School District Business Leader (SDBL) or School Business Administrator (SBA).
- Five or more years of administrative experience preferred.
- Successful experience in school district finance, business administration, or comparable public-sector leadership.
- Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, accounting, auditing, purchasing, state aid, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity, collaboration, transparency, and responsible stewardship of public resources.
About the Role: This cabinet-level position serves as the District's chief financial and operations officer, with executive responsibility for financial management, facilities, food service, transportation, technology, health services, and designated community programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional financial and operational leadership, integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to align District resources and support services with the needs of students, staff, families, and the broader community.
Primary Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
- Serve as the District's chief financial officer and advise the Superintendent and Board of Education on fiscal matters.
- Develop, administer, and monitor the annual budget and long-range financial plan.
- Oversee accounting, benefits, payroll, purchasing, investments, unemployment, workers' compensation, state and federal aid, grants, audits, risk management, contracts, and financial reporting.
- Maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Board policies, and accounting standards.
- Prepare and present financial reports, projections, and recommendations to the Board of Education and community.
- Support collective bargaining through financial analysis and costing of proposals.
Operational Leadership
- Lead District-wide safety, security, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance initiatives.
- Provide executive oversight of Buildings and Grounds, Food Service, Transportation, Technology, Health Services, capital projects, and assigned community programs.
- Supervise and evaluate assigned administrators, directors, supervisors, and departments.
- Lead capital planning and coordinate the work of architects, engineers, contractors, and other professional service providers.
- Oversee departmental budgets, staffing, contracts, regulatory compliance, safety, and operational performance.
- Coordinate community programs and partnerships, including SHEF, Dollars for Scholars, Driver Education, and facility use.
District Leadership
- Serve as an active member of the Superintendent's cabinet and contribute to District-wide strategic planning and decision-making.
- Align financial and operational resources with the District's mission, strategic priorities, instructional programs, and student needs.
- Build productive relationships with administrators, employees, bargaining units, families, community partners, government agencies, and professional organizations.
- Recommend and implement Board policies and administrative procedures related to finance and assigned operational areas.
- Prepare agenda items, reports, resolutions, and recommendations for Board of Education consideration.
- Attend Board of Education meetings, committee meetings, budget presentations, public hearings, community meetings, and other meetings as required.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.
Qualifications:
- New York State certification as a School District Business Leader (SDBL) or School Business Administrator (SBA).
- Five or more years of administrative experience preferred.
- Successful experience in school district finance, business administration, or comparable public-sector leadership.
- Comprehensive knowledge of budgeting, accounting, auditing, purchasing, state aid, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.
- Strong leadership, analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity, collaboration, transparency, and responsible stewardship of public resources.
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Who's Hiring
- Marriott International13
- Blackstone3
- Wells Fargo3
- University of Alabama3
- California State University3
Top Industries Hiring
- Education16
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Hospitality & Tourism3
- Investment & Asset Management3
- Science & Research1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in finance assistant jobs.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas, pivot tables, and data entry
- Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
- Familiarity with accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger processes
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in high-volume data and transaction environments
- Basic knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and month-end close procedures
Tips for Your Finance Assistant Job Search
Quantify your reconciliation and reporting work
Finance assistant resumes that list specific tools and cycle frequencies, such as monthly bank reconciliations in QuickBooks or weekly expense reporting in Excel, move faster through screening than resumes that list only duties. Replace task descriptions with outcome-oriented statements wherever you can.
Target postings by software stack
Many finance assistant postings specify ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite rather than just Excel. Filter your search by those terms when you know the system. Matching the exact software name in your resume raises your score in applicant tracking systems automatically.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists finance assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing. Applying within the first few days of a posting going live increases your chances of landing an interview.
Highlight accounts payable or receivable focus separately
Finance assistant is a broad title and hiring managers often care most about AP or AR depth. If your experience skews one way, lead with that in your summary line. Generalist phrasing buries the specialization they are actually screening for.
Prepare for a practical Excel or data task
A majority of finance assistant interviews include a short skills test covering formulas, pivot tables, or basic financial modeling. Practice building a simple budget variance report from scratch so the format is automatic. Timed assessments are common, so speed matters as much as accuracy.
Follow up with a brief, specific thank-you note
After your interview, send a note within 24 hours that references one specific topic from the conversation, such as a reconciliation process or reporting cadence you discussed. Generic thank-you messages are common. A detail-specific one signals the attention to accuracy that finance roles require.
Finance Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most finance assistants?
Marriott International, Blackstone, and Wells Fargo are hiring the most finance assistants right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is highest in sectors with high transaction volume, including healthcare, government, and financial services.
How many finance assistant jobs are remote?
About 32% of finance assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work more common in accounts payable processing, expense reporting, and data entry roles than in positions requiring in-person access to physical documents, petty cash, or on-site accounting systems.
How do you become a finance assistant?
Most finance assistant roles require at minimum an associate degree in accounting, finance, or business, combined with demonstrated experience in data entry, bookkeeping, or clerical accounting work. You build the core skills through coursework in financial accounting and software like QuickBooks or Excel, then apply to entry-level positions in AP, AR, or general office accounting to gain practical experience and advance from there.
Can you get a finance assistant job with little or no experience?
Yes, many finance assistant postings are explicitly entry-level and list a degree or coursework as the primary requirement rather than prior job history. Candidates with internships, bookkeeping volunteer work, or even personal finance coursework can compete. Demonstrating accuracy with numbers, comfort in Excel, and familiarity with basic accounting concepts often matters more than years on a resume at the junior level.
What does the finance assistant interview process look like?
Most finance assistant interviews involve a phone or video screening with HR, followed by one or two rounds with a finance manager or controller. Many employers include a practical assessment covering Excel, basic journal entries, or a short reconciliation exercise. Expect questions about how you handle data discrepancies, manage deadlines during close periods, and prioritize accuracy under volume pressure.
Where can I find and apply to finance assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to finance assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, whether that is accounts payable, payroll, or general finance support, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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