Accounting Assistant Technician - Maine Correctional Center, Windham.

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Gym reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

State of Maine’s Corrections Service Center in Windham is seeking an Accounting Assistant Technician to apply GAAP and GASB standards while maintaining non‑complex accounts within an established system. You will work closely with MCC staff and the Accounting Analyst to ensure accurate reporting.

The role involves preparing financial and statistical reports, reconciling transactions, and communicating effectively with program staff to resolve discrepancies.

Qualifications

• Entry-level to intermediate accounting education or experience.
• Preference for those with experience in reviewing/processing transactions and preparing reports.

Responsibilities

• Maintain non-complex accounts under GAAP/GASB within established system.
• Prepare financial and statistical reports and summaries.
• Interact with program staff to exchange information and resolve accounting discrepancies and disputes.
• Work under general supervision.

Skills

GAAP Principles

GASB Standards

Computerized Accounting

Desktop Software

Business English

Office Procedures

Transaction Review

Communication Skills

Data Verification

Financial Reporting

Typing

Filing Systems

Education

Accounting education

Job description

Accounting Assistant Technician - Maine Correctional Center, Windham.
*ANTICIPATED VACANCY*

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

Job Class Code: 0310

03600.1781

Open: October 29, 2026
Close: November 13, 2026

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BRIEF 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.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

As an Accounting Assistant Technician at the DAFS Corrections Service Center (CSC) located in Windham doing work for the Maine Correctional Center (MCC), you will work closely with agency personnel and the CSC Accounting Analyst for MCC.

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.

State of Maine Benefits:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—“Dirigo” or “I lead”—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce’s health and well-being with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidaysand3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. 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, utilize12 days of sick leaveper year.

• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-95%of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28annual 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. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• 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—receivesix 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) accountthrough payroll deductions.

State employeesare eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness.Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

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_ Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and areprorated for part-time employment. _

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Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.