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ARA

Entry-Level Accounting Assistant

Champaign, IL · On-site

$20 - $26/hr

What you will do as an entry-level accounting assistant: * Review and verify employee travel and expense reimbursements for accuracy and compliance with ARA policies * Process employee reimbursements ...

firstPRO 360

Staff Accountant Entry Level

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

firstPRO 360 is seeking an entry level Staff Accountant for our client in the Buckhead area! We are looking for new graduates in Accounting or Finance to fill an entry level accountant position. 0-3 ...

Robert Half

Accountant - Entry Level

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$23.75 - $27.50/hr

We are looking for an organized and detail-oriented entry-level accounting team member to support finance operations for a printing and publishing environment in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This ...

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ZL Technologies

Entry-Level Accountant

Milpitas, CA · On-site

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Entry-Level Accountant to join our Finance team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to corporate accounting ...

Robert Half

Accountant - Entry Level

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$22 - $27/hr

We are looking for an entry-level Accountant to join our team in New York, New York on a Contract basis. This role supports day-to-day accounting activities across multiple affiliated entities, with ...

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Entry Level Accounting

Saint Louis Park, MN · On-site

$63K/yr

Staff Accountant I (Fund Accounting) Staff Accountant, Staff Fund Accountant Hybrid Remote * Locations: Philadelphia, Columbus, Ohio | Clifton Park, NY | Albany, NY | St. Louis Park, MN * Entry-Level ...

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Entry Level Accounting

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

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Staff Accountant I (Fund Accounting) Staff Accountant, Staff Fund Accountant Hybrid Remote * Locations: Philadelphia, Columbus, Ohio | Clifton Park, NY | Albany, NY * Entry-Level Friendly | Recent ...

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Entry Level Accounting

Clifton Park, NY · On-site

$63K/yr

Staff Accountant I (Fund Accounting) Staff Accountant, Staff Fund Accountant Hybrid Remote * Locations: Philadelphia, PA | Columbus, Ohio | Clifton Park, NY * Entry-Level Friendly | Recent Grads ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level accountants in the United States is $26.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $29.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectEntry Level AccountantsBookkeepers
Required CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in accounting or financeUsually no formal degree required, some certifications optional
Work EnvironmentAccounting firms, corporate finance departments, or small businessesSmall businesses, retail, or service industries
Job ResponsibilitiesPreparing financial statements, analyzing accounts, assisting with auditsRecording transactions, maintaining ledgers, reconciling accounts
Industry UsageCommonly employed in finance and accounting sectorsWidely used across various small business sectors

Entry Level Accountants and Bookkeepers both handle financial data, but Entry Level Accountants typically have a formal education and perform more analytical tasks, while Bookkeepers focus on recording and maintaining financial records. The roles often overlap in small businesses, but their responsibilities and qualifications differ.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Accountants job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 10% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,749 per year, or $26.3 per hour.

Entry-Level Accounting Assistant

Champaign, IL • On-site

ARA
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$20 - $26/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

The ARA Transportation Division is seeking a passionate and career-minded entry-level accounting assistant who is committed to customer service, organization, and a strong attention to detail. This is a full-time position, on-site in our office in Champaign, IL.
Please submit your resume and cover letter in a single PDF file.
What you will do as an entry-level accounting assistant:
  • Review and verify employee travel and expense reimbursements for accuracy and compliance with ARA policies
  • Process employee reimbursements for payment in a timely manner
  • Enter general ledger (GL) codes and descriptions to company credit card expenses
  • Enter vouchers and journal entries into the Costpoint accounting system
  • Manage electronic accounts payable and report archives
  • Create data entry forms using MS Access
  • Engage in team meetings surrounding deadlines, goals, and projects the team supports

Entry-level accounting assistant requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Highly efficient computer skills with the ability and willingness to learn new programs/skills
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and organized with a strong work ethic
  • Customer service focused with excellent time management and prioritization skills
  • Self-motivated with the ability to manage independent tasks and/or projects
  • Requires ability to:

    • Communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
    • Enter data accurately into computer systems
    • Think critically and pay acute attention to details
    • Build relationships and work collaboratively with team members
    • Work independently and take ownership of individual tasks

  • Familiarity with accounting procedures preferred

The anticipated wage range for this position is $20-26/hr, depending on experience. ARA also offers competitive benefits that address our employees' needs now and in the future. Learn more about each of our benefits at https://www.ara.com/benefits/.
About ARA:
ARA is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs more than 2,200 professionals and continues to grow. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in civil technologies, computer software and simulation, defense technologies, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for pavement analysis, environmental site characterization, and robotics.
At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership spawns greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company's success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, "Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit" sums up the ARA experience.
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