Staff Accountant

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 (DAFS) Opening Date: October 23, 2026 Closing Date: November 5, 2026 Job Class Code: 0329 Grade: 20 (Pro-Tech) Salary: $22.04 - $30.78 per hour* *This is inclusive of a 2.00% recruitment and retention stipend Position Number: 02023-2391 Location: Augusta Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions. This is a full-time position located in Augusta and may allow for partial telework with management approval.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide accounting, cash management, revenue/expenditure monitoring, reporting, and analysis resulting in accurate grant management.
• Reconcile complex accounts, prepare financial information, formulate corrections and make adjusting entries.
• Formulate and recommend system and process changes through evaluation, analysis, and application of accounting theory.
• Prepare required financial accounting information in order to properly account for and close out accounts and activities.
• Interpret and apply accounting theory and principles and adapt procedures and reporting techniques in order to ensure compliance with governing laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Work across and with teams to support the work goals and the mission.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education, training, and/or experience in accounting, business administration, financial planning, budgeting, or another related field demonstrating competency in analyzing data and records, interpreting policies, rules, and laws, identifying process and procedure deficiencies, and developing practical solutions.
• Prior experience and/or education which demonstrates knowledge of GAAP/GASB, analyzing accounting data and accounting reconciliations.
• Ability to review, facilitate and implement financial controls across multiple lines of business and systems.
• Demonstrated ability to review and analyze data and reach logical conclusions.
• Possess good critical thinking skills, be flexible and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

The DHHS Financial Service Center is responsible for program accounting, cash management and revenue/expenditure controls for the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The Service Center provides budgetary and fiscal analysis for many complex areas within DHHS, including TANF (i.e. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) and MaineCare (Maine’s Medicaid Program). The Service Center works collaboratively with senior leadership at State agencies, providing consultative financial and accounting services.

Areas of Fiscal Expertise

• Compliance with State and Federal laws and regulations, statewide budgetary policy, budget development and monitoring, application of generally accepted accounting and financial practices, grant management, financial analysis, cash management, accounting and financial processing, and legislative support.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for 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 about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards 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 the Federal 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 non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
• Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.