We are seeking a Staff Accountant who will perform financial transactions, prepare detailed reports, and perform other related tasks for the Finance Department of a quasi-governmental agency headquartered in Portland, Maine.

This work is performed onsite in the Portland office and pays $55,000 - $70,000 per year.

What we're looking for:

Bachelors Degree in accounting with 3-5 years of experience in the application of the principles, methods, and practices of accounting in an accounting/finance environment

Other desirable skills include:

- Significant experience with computer-based accounting systems, including integration of modules with the G/L.

- Ability to produce and reconcile all related computer-generated reports.

- Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet software including the ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets.

- Significant understanding of internal controls and the ability to implement and modify control processes as needed.

- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a detailed, organized and timely fashion.

- Significant computer, keyboard and data entry skills.

- Ability to establish good working relationships with stakeholders.

- Knowledge of office practices and procedures.

- Ability to work independently.

- Accuracy in all functions is critical.

Work will include:

a. Voucher Program Duties:

-Maintains Landlord Files and Processes Ownership changes

-Processes all Housing Assistance Payments (HAP) checks/direct deposits/voids/reissued payments

-Processes and reconciles portable billings

-Reconciles Housing Assistance Payments and prepares HUD reports

-Performs monthly posting of all Housing Assistance Payments

-Processes and submit 1099’s at year end

-Performs related work as required

b. Accounting Duties:

-Reviews and posts SJE’s and daily transaction batches and posts to general ledger

-Processes misc. cash receipts

-Processes monthly bank reconciliations

-Identifies, isolates and corrects reconciliation errors within balance sheet accounts

-Maintains Fixed Asset workpapers and reconciles physical inventory

-Assist with monitoring and reporting of grants and contracts

-Assist with annual budget preparation for all programs and properties

-Assists with audit preparations and audit fieldwork

-Assist accounting staff with projects and/or special reports as needed

-Performs related work as required

c. Other Duties:

-Back-Up for Accounts Payable Processing -Primary

-Back-Up for Payroll Processing -Secondary

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 457(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

If this sounds like a fit to you, please upload your resume at www.IntWork.com/apply under "Staff Accountant".