Senior Staff Accountant — Public Sector Process Leader

Department of Marine Resources; Augusta (ME); Sur place; USD 53 000 - 74 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to lead the Staff Accountant team within the Accounting Unit, overseeing reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipting, and banking functions. The role requires knowledge of SAAM, GAAP, GASB, and OSC guidance, plus strong leadership and communication skills.

Salary ranges from $52,659.57 to $73,885.03 annually (includes a 2.25% stipend); closing date is November 11, 2026; schedule is

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams and implementing improvements.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain service excellence.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and teamwork.

Responsabilités

• Supervise and mentor a team of three Staff Accountants, including hiring, training, and evaluations.
• Oversee complex reconciliations and routine journal entries and disbursements.
• Drive process improvements and ensure cross-system accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with leadership to strengthen internal controls and accounting practices.

Connaissances

Innovative Thinking

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Leadership Excellence

Positive Workplace Culture

Adaptability and Resilience

Description du poste

Department of the Secretary of State in Augusta is seeking a Senior Staff Accountant to lead the Staff Accountant team within the Accounting Unit, overseeing reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash receipting, and banking functions. The role requires knowledge of SAAM, GAAP, GASB, and OSC guidance, plus strong leadership and communication skills.

Salary ranges from $52,659.57 to $73,885.03 annually (includes a 2.25% stipend); closing date is November 11, 2026; schedule is