Management Analyst I - 2723 - Augusta - Limited Period

State of Maine; United States; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Health Insurance Coverage

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

The State of Maine seeks a qualified Management Analyst I in the Augusta office for a limited-period assignment. The MA I will work in a team environment using independent judgment on procurement, billing, and travel-related matters, requiring accuracy and attention to detail. The role emphasizes initiative and adherence to established processes.

Remote work options are available with management approval. Applicants should submit a Direct Hire application, cover letter, and detailed resume.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and GASB standards and agency accounting systems.
• Ability to verify, code, compute, and reconcile financial data.
• Ability to prepare complete and accurate accounting and financial reports and statements.

Responsibilities

• Review and entry of procurement documents.
• Act as liaison between Procurement Services and program staff.
• Coordinate with team to resolve funding issues.
• Review procurement card invoices and perform billing audits.
• Support review and processing of travel-related documents.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

GASB knowledge

Data entry accuracy

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Six years of education/training/experience

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

_ -LIMITED PERIOD- _

Opening Date: October 23, 2026

Closing Date: End of the day November 06, 2026

Location: Augusta

Position Number: 07200-2723

Position Type: Limited Period

Class Code: 0392

Grade: 21 (Professional/Technical Unit)

Salary : $23.07 - $32.29 Per Hour*

(This includes a 2.5% Salary Adjustment)

_ Interested applicants need to submit a Direct Hire _ Application _ along with a _ Cover Letter _ , and a detailed _ Resume** _

**For us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

Are you looking to advance your career in State Government? Do you enjoy accounting/finance related work? If so, search no further! The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) Finance team is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a limited period Management Analyst I position based out of the Augusta office.

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION: The MA I will work in a team environment while using independent judgment and discretion to make determinations on matters related to procurement, billing, and travel. The ideal candidate will be able to take initiative, follow through on requests until completion, and have a keen eye for detail. This position requires a high level of accuracy, accountability, and attention to detail when reviewing, revising, and verifying financial documents.

_ Typical Job Duties Include: _

• Performing review and entry of Procurement documents into Advantage
• Acting as a liaison between Procurement Services and program staff
• Coordinating with team members to resolve funding issues
• Reviewing procurement card invoices and performing billing audits
• Providing support for the review and processing of travel-related documents

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Generally Accepted Account Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and agency accounting systems, procedures, and structures; knowledge and experience of bookkeeping principles and practices; ability to accurately verify, code, compute, and reconcile data; ability to prepare complete and accurate accounting and financial reports and statements; ability to organize and maintain computerized and/or manual files. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, follows documented processes through completion, and is detail oriented.

Remote work options are available for this position with management approval.

For questions specific to the position, please contact Cory Daigneault at: [e-mail]

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIO NS: Six (6) years of education, training, and/or experience analyzing, evaluating, and/or developing improvements to organizational and/or managerial systems, programs, and practices.

_ Preference will be given to applicants with the following: _ Excellent computer skills (Word and Excel). Proven attention to detail, coding, and accurate data entry. Background that includes general accounting experience in general ledger and reconciliation methods.

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

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 wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$14,369.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor 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 aboutprogram requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 14.06%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 theFederal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receiveforty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.

There’s a job and then there’s purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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