Staff Accountant

Location:

Gorham, Maine Office Salary:

70k Goodwill Northern New England is an influential social enterprise that creates jobs, delivers needed services for people with diverse challenges, and uses environmentally friendly products and processes — all while earning revenue to pay for and expand innovative workforce services in Maine, New Hampshire, and northern Vermont. We operate retail stores, employment services, and cleaning/property services.

Responsibilities:

Prepare and record financial transactions accurately and efficiently. Review and analyze accounting data and records to ensure accuracy and compliance. Complete financial reconciliations supporting the general ledger and trial balance. Maintain accounting records in accordance with GAAP and state and federal reporting requirements. Act as a representative of the Agency in interactions with the Goodwill community and the public.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in accounting or 1-3 years of experience in a position of equal responsibility. Demonstrated proficiency in a computerized accounting system. Ability to maintain the confidentiality of classified information. Must pass a criminal background check that meets Agency standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in assisting with research projects. Ability to provide accounting support for various operating departments. Consult and confer with other staff to share technical accounting advice and guidance. Serve as an accounting liaison for both retail and program staff. Identify and recommend changes and improvements in accounting operations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Familiarity with GAAP, grant accounting, and other state and federal reporting requirements. Technical understanding and utilization of financial reporting and MS Office software. Knowledge of fixed asset tracking and accounting, including depreciation calculation. Ability to perform data entry and electronic record keeping of financial information. Prepare and enter recurring and miscellaneous journal entries and allocations. Complete monthly financial reconciliations as assigned. Assist with the preparation of financial reports and audits for the agency. Ensure timely and accurate submission of work product. If you are a highly motivated individual with strong attention to detail and a passion for accounting, we encourage you to apply. Join our team and contribute to the success of our mission of creating sustainable communities through diversity and participation. Bachelor's Degree - Related field or better in Accounting. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.