Grant & GAAP Staff Accountant (Hybrid)

Department of Administrative and Financial Services; Augusta (ME); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Gym reimbursement

FSA accounts

Parental leave

Student loan forgiveness

Wellness program

Job summary

Department of Administrative and Financial Services in Augusta is seeking a skilled financial professional to manage accounting, cash flow, and grant oversight. The role focuses on accurate reporting, reconciliations, and adherence to GAAP/GASB standards, with opportunities to optimize systems and processes.

The position is full-time in Augusta with partial telework possible with management approval. It offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid leave.

Qualifications

• Education or experience in accounting, budgeting, or financial planning.
• Knowledge of GAAP/GASB and accounting data analysis.
• Ability to implement financial controls and analyze data to reach conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting, cash management, revenue/expenditure monitoring, reporting and analysis for grant management.
• Reconcile complex accounts; prepare financial information, corrections and adjusting entries.
• Recommend system and process changes based on evaluation and accounting theory.
• Prepare financial information to properly account for and close accounts and activities.
• Interpret and apply accounting principles to ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Collaborate with teams to support work goals.

Education

Accounting or related degree in business administration, budgeting

Job description

Department of Administrative and Financial Services in Augusta is seeking a skilled financial professional to manage accounting, cash flow, and grant oversight. The role focuses on accurate reporting, reconciliations, and adherence to GAAP/GASB standards, with opportunities to optimize systems and processes.

The position is full-time in Augusta with partial telework possible with management approval. It offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid leave.