Junior Staff Accountant – Onsite in Westbrook, ME

ProSearch; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ProSearch is seeking an entry-level Staff Accountant for our busy client in Westbrook, ME, to join a collaborative accounting and finance team. This is a great opportunity for a recent accounting or finance graduate or someone with early-career accounting experience who wants to build practical skills in a professional environment.

You’ll support accounts receivable, general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting while gaining exposure to a variety of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Comfortable working with numbers and researching discrepancies.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with an ERP or accounting system is helpful but not required.
• SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with monthly accounts receivable and general accounting activities
• Review and reconcile account balances and research discrepancies
• Prepare and post journal entries
• Assist with balance sheet and general ledger reconciliations
• Review accounting transactions for accuracy
• Research and help resolve accounting questions or issues
• Support recurring journal entries, cost centers, and general ledger account maintenance
• Assist with cross-border transactions and related documentation as needed
• Help prepare information for internal and external audits
• Support ongoing financial reporting and month-end accounting activities
• Work closely with other accounting and finance team members on special projects

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Deadline management

Teamwork

Numerical accuracy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

ProSearch is seeking an entry-level Staff Accountant for our busy client in Westbrook, ME, to join a collaborative accounting and finance team. This is a great opportunity for a recent accounting or finance graduate or someone with early-career accounting experience who wants to build practical skills in a professional environment.

You’ll support accounts receivable, general ledger activities, reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting while gaining exposure to a variety of