Senior Staff Accountant - Lead Team & Process Improvements

State; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (State)

Dental insurance

Retirement plan MainePERS

Gym membership reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Parental leave

Public Service Student Loan Forgive.

Job summary

The Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta, Maine, seeks a Senior Staff Accountant to oversee the Staff Accountant team, manage reconciliations, AR/AP, and banking functions, ensuring GAAP compliance.

You will drive process improvements, supervise three staff accountants, and collaborate with leadership to strengthen internal controls. This public service role offers growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced education, training, and/or experience in accounting, business administration, financial planning, budgeting, or another related field.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions; must pass I-9.
• Must pass National Criminal Background check (may include fingerprinting).

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of three Staff Accountants.
• Oversee complex reconciliations and journal entries.
• Drive process improvements and ensure internal control enhancements.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure accurate financial operations.

Skills

Accounting principles

Leadership

Process improvement

Communication

Digital fluency

Team collaboration

Education

Intermediate to advanced education in accounting or related field

Tools

GAAP knowledge

OSCM guidance

Job description

The Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta, Maine, seeks a Senior Staff Accountant to oversee the Staff Accountant team, manage reconciliations, AR/AP, and banking functions, ensuring GAAP compliance.

You will drive process improvements, supervise three staff accountants, and collaborate with leadership to strengthen internal controls. This public service role offers growth and a comprehensive benefits package.