Accounting Assistant at Aeon

OVERVIEW

(University of St. Thomas- MN Students ONLY)**APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION MUST QUALIFY FOR FEDERAL OR STATE WORK STUDY**

This position is off-campus and student employees must provide their own transportation to the site.

 

JOB TITLE: Accounting Assistant at Aeon

PAY RATE: $20/hour

REPORTS TO: Property Accounting Manager

Shifts: Fall 2026 through Spring 2027, in alignment with Work Study program dates and the student’s Work Study award and eligibility. Approximately 10–15 hours per week, with scheduling flexibility based on the student’s availability and Work Study award. Students may work up to 20 hours per week. 

LOCATION(S): This position will be primarily remote, with occasional work at Aeon’s Central Office in the North Loop of Minneapolis, MN, as needed.

 

Organization Background

Aeon is a nonprofit developer, owner, and manager of affordable communities in the Twin Cities. For 40 years, we have been at the forefront of creating housing that goes beyond shelter. Our housing serves as a platform for resilience, opportunity, and lasting impact. With a portfolio of almost 5,000 apartment homes, Aeon provides stability for thousands of residents each year.

We focus on bold, forward-thinking solutions that address the need for affordable housing. Through innovation, collaboration, and an unyielding commitment to community, we help create opportunities for residents to build stronger, more sustainable futures.

Join a mission-driven team that is shaping the future of affordable housing and making a lasting impact. Learn more at www.aeon.org.

 

Position Summary

The Accounting Assistant will support Aeon’s Finance and Accounting team with a variety of accounting, administrative, and project-based responsibilities related to Aeon’s affordable housing portfolio. This position is a great opportunity for a student interested in gaining hands-on experience in accounting and finance while contributing to the work of a mission-driven nonprofit organization.

 

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

 

• Assist with accounts payable transaction entry and related tasks.

• Support annual government filings and other recurring accounting processes.

• Assist with accounting and finance-related analysis, projects, and special assignments.

• Help with system organization, data cleanup, and post-implementation projects.

• Organize and maintain accounting records, files, and supporting documentation.

• Assist the Finance and Accounting team with other projects and administrative tasks as needed.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Candidate Skills & Qualifications:

• Must have a Work Study award through the University of St. Thomas 

• Students pursuing business, accounting, finance, or a related field are encouraged to apply. Relevant coursework or previous related work experience is a plus but not required.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good organizational and time-management skills.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

• Ability to ask questions, take initiative, and work independently when appropriate.

• Interest in learning more about accounting, finance, and/or nonprofit affordable housing.