Staff Accountant

BerryDunn; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BerryDunn is seeking a Staff Accountant to support outsourced accounting services for a diverse client portfolio. The role involves month-end close, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation, with collaboration across teams and minimal travel.

You will perform paysables/receivables processing, bank activity recording, and GAAP adjustments under supervision. A BA/BS in accounting and strong detail orientation are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a BA/BS degree in accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple on-going assignments.
• Relevant work experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform attestation work including compilation and preparing financial statement engagements.
• Perform month end/quarter end closes for multiple client engagements, including maintenance of prepaids, accruals, depreciation and other GAAP accounting adjustments.
• Assist our professional team in preparing GAAP work papers, trial balances.
• Apply basic GAAP accounting and work through more complex GAAP accounting with assistance from supervisor.
• Process payables for multiple clients and produce payable reports/checks with approval.
• Process/maintain receivables for multiple clients and make deposits.
• Record bank and credit card transactional activity in QuickBooks.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain/monitor cash balances.
• Know and understand the reason for the firm's policies and procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Accounting

Tools

Excel

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

TheStaff Accountant is responsible for providing outsourced accounting and financial reporting services to a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries. Working as an extension of each client's finance team, this role supports day-to-day accounting operations, monthly close activities, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation. TheStaff Accountant collaborates closely with senior team members and client personnel to ensure accurate financial information, maintain compliance with accounting standards, and deliver exceptional client service. This position offers exposure to a variety of businesses and provides a strong foundation for career growth within client accounting and advisory services. This position will report directly to a Manager in our Outsourced Accounting Services Practice Group.

Travel Expectations: This role requires minimal travel, less than 10% per year.

You Will

• Perform attestation work including compilation and preparing financial statement engagements
• Perform month end/quarter end closes for multiple client engagements, including maintenance of prepaids, accruals, depreciation and other GAAP accounting adjustments.
• Assist our professional team in preparingGAAPwork papers, trial balances.
• Apply basic GAAP accounting and work through more complex GAAP accounting with assistance from supervisor.

• Process payables for multiple clients and produce payable reports/checks with approval
• Process/maintain receivables for multiple clients and make deposits
• Record bank and credit card transactional activity in QuickBooks.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain/monitor cash balances.
• Know and understand the reason for the firm's policies and procedures

• Establish effective work schedules
• Build and nurture strong working relationships with clients
• Work as an effective team member to complete project components and assignment tasks
• Actively participate in meetings as a member of the outsourced accounting team.

You Have

• Minimum BA/BS degree in Accounting
• Ability to be a team player with a positive approach
• Strong computer skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple on-going assignments
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Excellentverbal and written communication skills
• Relevant work experience a plus

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $70,000 - $75,000. The salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications more than the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply, and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

BerryDunn Benefits & Culture

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture:Experience BerryDunn.

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Please [e-mail] request an accommodation.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP, independently owned entities, provide services. Since 1974, BerryDunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services are provided by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm.

BerryDunn is a client-centered, people-first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. The firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.

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