Finance Assistant Jobs in Virginia

Finance assistant jobs in Virginia are in steady demand, with concentrated hiring in government contracting, defense, financial services, and higher education sectors that anchor the state's economy. Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach lead in openings, and employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Freddie Mac, and Capital One maintain consistent finance assistant hiring across their Virginia operations. The most sought-after specialties are accounts payable and receivable processing, budget support for federal contracts, and financial reporting. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerRare
Top cityArlington, VA
Cities hiring4
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHospitality

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Regent University
Assistant Professor - Finance
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Assistant Professor - Finance
Regent University
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
Tutoring & Academic Support
$120k - $125k/yr
Doctoral degree
201-500

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Fairfax County Public Schools
Administrative/School Finance Assistant (Pending Available Budget)
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Fairfax County Public Schools
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Administrative/School Finance Assistant (Pending Available Budget)
Fairfax County Public Schools
Fairfax County, VA
Data Analytics
Data Science
$55k - $96k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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TAP (Total Action for Progress)
Assistant Director of Finance
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Assistant Director of Finance
TAP (Total Action for Progress)
Roanoke, Virginia
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$78k - $96k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in finance

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TOTAL ACTION FOR PROGRESS
Assistant Director of Finance
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TOTAL ACTION FOR PROGRESS
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Assistant Director of Finance
TOTAL ACTION FOR PROGRESS
Roanoke, Virginia
Business Development
Creative & Design
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$78k - $96k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
201-500

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Rare
Executive Assistant, Innovative Finance
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Rare
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Executive Assistant, Innovative Finance
Rare
Arlington, Virginia
Accounting
Administrative & Office Support
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
$61k - $63k/yr
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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Finance Assistant Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Arlington
3 jobs
Roanoke
2 jobs
Richmond
1 job
Virginia Beach
1 job

Finance Assistant Job Market in Virginia

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

Who's Hiring

Rare
Rare1 open role
Hilton
Hilton1 open role
Omni Hotels
Omni Hotels1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Hospitality & Tourism

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in finance assistant jobs across Virginia.

  • Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related business field
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and financial formulas
  • Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, SAP, or Oracle Financials
  • Knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable, or general ledger processes
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial records and reconciliations
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance or pass a background check for government contract roles

Finance Assistant Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a finance assistant in Virginia?

Most Virginia employers require at least an associate degree in accounting or finance, though many prefer a bachelor's degree. Virginia does not require a state license for finance assistants, but earning credentials like the American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers certification or passing the QuickBooks ProAdvisor exam strengthens applications. Roles tied to federal government contractors in Northern Virginia may require a security clearance as an additional step.

Which companies hire finance assistants in Virginia?

Virginia finance assistant roles are posted by Rare, Hilton, and Omni Hotels and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's dense concentration of defense contractors, federal agencies, and large financial services firms means steady and varied openings across the state throughout the year.

Which Virginia cities have the most finance assistant jobs?

Arlington, Roanoke, and Fairfax County have the most finance assistant openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's volume is driven by federal agencies, defense contractors, and technology firms headquartered along the I-495 and Route 1 corridors, Richmond draws from state government offices and major insurers and financial institutions, and Virginia Beach reflects the demand from military installations and regional healthcare and retail employers in the Hampton Roads area.

Are there remote finance assistant jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles, since finance assistant work is largely desk-based and document-driven. About 0% of finance assistant openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how well the day-to-day tasks translate to distributed work. Accounts payable processing, financial data entry, and budget reporting are the functions most likely to be offered on a remote or hybrid basis.

How can I get hired as a finance assistant in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for accounts payable clerk or billing coordinator roles, which Virginia employers use as feeder positions into finance assistant titles. Large Northern Virginia contractors like Leidos and SAIC run internship and early-career programs that place candidates without prior professional experience. Richmond-area employers in banking and insurance regularly hire recent community college graduates from programs at Northern Virginia Community College or Reynolds Community College. Earning a QuickBooks ProAdvisor or Microsoft Office Specialist certification gives entry-level candidates a concrete edge in Virginia applications.

Where can I find and apply to finance assistant jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to finance assistant jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across industries and experience levels. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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