Accounting Assistant - Ops+

TechTown Detroit • Detroit, MI

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

TechTown Ops+ is a full-service solution designed to alleviate the administrative burden for small businesses, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits by offering expert HR, payroll, benefits administration, and finance/accounting support. Tailored for businesses at various growth stages, Ops+ handles essential back-end operations so owners can focus on strategic growth and innovation rather than paperwork. We are looking for a detail-oriented and eager-to-learn Accounting Assistant to support our Finance team. This is a great entry-level opportunity for a recent college graduate or a student in their final year of an accounting program. You will work closely with experienced accountants, learning the ropes of client-facing bookkeeping, financial recordkeeping, and reporting — with plenty of guidance along the way. You will be an essential part of the team delivering high-quality finance services to our clients.

Requirements

• Currently completing or recently completed a degree in Accounting
• Basic understanding of accounting principles (debits, credits, financial statements)
• Strong attention to detail and comfort with repetitive, accuracy-driven tasks
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Suite
• Organized, dependable, and willing to ask questions and take direction
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• High degree of discretion and integrity in handling confidential information

Nice To Haves

• exposure to QuickBooks or other accounting software is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping tasks including data entry, transaction coding, and maintaining accurate general ledger records for client accounts
• Support month-end close processes by gathering documentation and reconciling accounts under the direction of senior staff
• Help prepare basic financial reports, statements, and summaries for internal review
• Process invoices, track accounts payable and receivable activity, and flag discrepancies for review
• Organize and maintain client financial files and records in our systems
• Assist with data entry and reporting in accounting software (QuickBooks or similar)
• Support the team on ad hoc finance tasks and special projects as needed
• Assist with developing and maintaining internal and external SOPs to support scalable service delivery
• Support Ops+ events, including registration management, catering coordination, presentation materials, set-up, and communications
• Maintain tabling event supplies and materials, including assembling and stocking Ops+ event bags
• Assist with drafting client communications and documents for internal and external use

Benefits

• health and dental plans
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• a 401(k) plan
• team member assistance program
• 100% TechTown paid Life, STD, and LTD benefits
• Wellness Inspired Workplace with a Wellness Program and onsite Wellness Room
• 5 Weeks of paid time off per year
• 23 paid holidays (including 2 weeks in December and 1 week in July)
• 10 Paid Mental Health Days per year
• $2500 Professional development stipend
• Retirement plan with employer matching up to 6%
• Paid parental leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree