Accounting Assistant

Kelly Services • Alexandria, VA • 2h ago

Accounting Assistant - Temp-to-Hire

Location: Alexandria, VA (Kingstowne/Springfield area)

Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 AM-3 PM (flexible to regular full-time hours depending on candidate needs)

Work Setup: On-site only

A growing digital agency in Alexandria is looking for an Accounting Assistant to support their accounting and office operations teams. This is a temp-to-hire role offering an hourly rate of $31.25-$36/hr during the temporary period and converting to a $65,000-$75,000 salary once brought on permanently.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll help keep the financial and administrative side of the business running smoothly. Your days will include a mix of accounting support, office coordination, and occasional HR and event tasks. You'll work closely with a small, collaborative team that values accuracy, communication, and a positive attitude.

Key Areas You'll Support

Entering and organizing financial data and helping maintain accurate records in QuickBooks Online and Excel

Tracking transactions, collecting receipts, and assisting with subscription/recurring payment organization

Handling front-desk responsibilities such as greeting visitors, answering calls, and keeping shared spaces tidy

Assisting with updates to internal HR documents and supporting basic HR-related tasks

Coordinating office needs like supplies, lunches, and meeting setups

Helping with small company gatherings and events throughout the year

Providing general administrative support to leadership as needed

What We're Looking For

QuickBooks experience required

2+ years of prior accounting experience

Strong skills in Excel, Word, and Outlook

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

Clear, professional communication skills

Organized, dependable, and proactive in follow-through

A friendly, team-oriented approach and willingness to pitch in where needed

What Makes This a Great Opportunity

Hands-on experience across accounting, HR, and office operations

Creative environment where business, tech, and design intersect

Direct collaboration with company leadership

Supportive, close-knit team that values continual improvement

If you enjoy a mix of structure, numbers, and people-focused tasks-and you want a role with long-term potential-this could be a great next step. Apply today!

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About Kelly

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Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

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