Accounting Assistant Technician (2) - DAFS, Corrections Service Center, Warren.

State of Maine; Warren (ME); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Job summary

The State of Maine, Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Corrections Service Center in Warren, seeks an Accounting Assistant Technician to support MSP and BCF with non-complex account maintenance under GAAP/GASB guidelines. The role requires interaction with agency personnel and preparing financial reports under supervision.

Open to all applicants; benefits include holidays, vacation, insurance, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Entry-level to intermediate accounting education or experience.
• Preference for experience in reviewing/processing business transactions and preparing reports.
• Knowledge of GAAP/GASB standards and governmental accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain non-complex accounts per GAAP/GASB standards.
• Prepare financial and statistical reports as required.
• Reconcile, analyze, and interpret basic accounting data and records.
• Collaborate with program staff to resolve discrepancies and exchange information.

Skills

GAAP principles

GASB standards

Computerized accounting

Desktop software

Business English

Office procedures

Revenue & expenditures

Accounting accuracy

Education

Accounting education/training

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounting Assistant Technician (2) - DAFS, Corrections Service Center, Warren

Grade 14: $39,396.00 - $56,929.60 (rate includes $.60/hr Institutional Stipend)

Job Class Code: 031004000.2865 & 04000.3319

Open: September 29, 2026
Close: October 14, 2026

AGENCY DESCRIPTION

The Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Corrections Service Center is responsible for program accounting, cash management, resident accounts, and revenue/expenditure control for the Maine Department of Corrections (MDOC) that support six adult facilities and one youth facility. These facilities keep our communities safer by reducing harm through supportive intervention, empowering change, and restoring lives.

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Accounting Assistant Technician at the DAFS Corrections Service Center (CSC) located in Warren doing work for Maine State Prison (MSP) and Bolduc Correctional Facility (BCF), you will work closely with agency personnel and the CSC Accounting Analyst for MSP/BCF. This position is open to all applicants. This is paraprofessional support work involving the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines in independently maintaining non-complex accounts within an established accounting system or assisting senior accounting personnel responsible for maintaining complex accounts. Non-complex accounts are characterized by a relatively small number of fund types, revenue sources, cost centers, and cost allocations. Employees in this classification examine, account for, reconcile, analyze, and interpret basic accounting data and records in accordance with GAAP/GASB standards, state/agency accounting procedures, and appropriate internal controls. Employees use and apply basic accounting theory to analyze and resolve standard accounting transaction problems. Employees interact with programmatic staff to exchange information, explain accounting processes, and resolve accounting discrepancies and disputes. This classification is distinguished from Account Clerks by the fact that Accounting Assistant Technician work requires knowledge of accounting principles and includes preparing financial and statistical reports and summaries. Work is performed under general supervision.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting theories, principles, methods, practices, and terminology.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and systems.
• Knowledge of computerized accounting systems.
• Knowledge of standardized desktop technology and products.
• Knowledge of spelling, punctuation, grammar, and business English.
• Knowledge of office methods and procedures.
• Ability to apply generally accepted accounting principles to account for revenue, expenditures, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
• Ability to review fiscal transactions for conformity with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to verify, code, compute, and/or reconcile data on standard documents.
• Ability to prepare complete and accurate accounting and financial reports and statements.
• Ability to type varied routine business correspondence from draft or original source documents to revised or final form.
• Ability to organize and maintain computerized and/or manual files.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Entry-level to intermediate education, training, and/or experience in accounting or another closely related field demonstrating competency applying accounting principles. Preference given to those with experience in reviewing/processing business transactions and preparing reports.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

None.

BENEFITS

• Work-Life Fit - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes a percentage of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental Leave - One of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including non-birthing and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additionally, unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
• Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.

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