Job Description

StaffBright is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounting Assistant to support financial and administrative operations within a Business Office team. This is a contract opportunity supporting a key system migration initiative, offering hands-on exposure to accounting operations, process improvement, and system implementation.

If you’re someone who enjoys staying organized, learning new systems, and contributing to meaningful projects, this is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience in a collaborative environment.

What You Will Be Doing

• Support Accounts Payable functions, including high-volume invoice and transaction processing
• Assist with administrative tasks with a financial focus across the business office
• Help clean up and organize accounting data as part of an ongoing system migration
• Review vendor documentation and ensure compliance with internal processes
• Contribute to building and documenting standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Assist with system and data audits to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Work within multiple systems and tools to support accounting operations
• Partner with team members to improve processes and overall efficiency
• Take initiative in learning new systems and asking questions to drive progress

What We Need From You

To be considered for this role, candidates must have the following:

• Administrative experience (accounting exposure is a plus, but not required)
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience working within any ERP, HRIS, or accounting system
• Ability to start immediately
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn

All-Star Skillset

The ideal candidate may also have:

• Exposure to Accounts Payable or invoicing
• Experience with accounting or higher education systems (such as Colleague or Blackbaud)
• Familiarity with AP automation tools (e.g., Bill.com)
• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (preferred, not required)

The Perks

• Hybrid schedule (2–3 days onsite in Troy, MI + remote Fridays)
• Exposure to a major accounting system migration project
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a growing and evolving environment
• Collaborative, small-team setting with strong leadership support
• Competitive hourly pay

StaffBright – Who We Are

StaffBright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry-leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. Our commitment to building long-term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.

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