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6 results for Cost Accountant in Portland, ME
- Newington, NH
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
- <p>To discuss further, connect with Casey Wiggin on LI!</p><p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our finance team in Newington, New Hampshire. In this role, you will support core accounting operations by preparing financial data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to timely reporting cycles. This position is well suited for someone who enjoys analyzing account activity, improving reporting accuracy, and working closely with finance colleagues on month-end and year-end activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare recurring and non-recurring journal entries by gathering supporting information, evaluating account activity, and documenting entries for the general ledger.</p><p>• Review general ledger balances and accrual accounts to identify discrepancies, confirm proper classification, and support accurate month-end close results.</p><p>• Compile financial data and create monthly financial statements, management reports, and related analysis to explain key variances and reporting outcomes.</p><p>• Coordinate the assembly of monthly reporting packages and verify completeness and accuracy before distribution to stakeholders.</p><p>• Participate in monthly finance review meetings by helping present results, answering questions, and supporting discussion around reported performance.</p><p>• Assist with year-end close activities, including preparation of annual financial statements and audit support materials in accordance with applicable accounting standards.</p><p>• Contribute to quarterly regulatory reporting by helping prepare electronic filings and ensuring submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day accounting guidance to finance team members and reinforce consistent application of internal and external reporting practices.</p><p>• Support internal control processes and complete ad hoc financial analyses and basic reports within required deadlines.</p>
- 2026-11-09T00:00:00Z
- Lewiston, ME
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant to support the financial operations of a nonprofit organization in Lewiston Maine area. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate records, preparing meaningful financial information, and contributing to a well-run accounting function. The position works closely with the finance team to strengthen reporting, support compliance activities, and help ensure day-to-day accounting processes run smoothly.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare timely financial statements, supporting schedules, and other recurring reports to provide clear insight into organizational performance.</p><p>• Record and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across the general ledger and related accounting records.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts, research variances, and resolve discrepancies in a thorough manner.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly closing activities, including reviewing transactions, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records, track additions and disposals, and support depreciation reporting.</p><p>• Review financial data to identify unusual trends, inconsistencies, or items requiring follow-up with internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to information requests, and supporting annual financial reporting.</p><p>• Partner with departments across the organization to answer accounting questions and provide reliable financial support.</p>
- 2026-11-06T00:00:00Z
- Scarborough, ME
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join our finance team in Scarborough, Maine. This role supports core accounting operations while helping improve efficiency across recurring financial processes and reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving, globally connected business environment. Success in this position requires discretion, attention to detail, and confidence collaborating across departments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and contribute to the completion of recurring corporate reporting deliverables.<br>• Perform monthly reconciliations for balance sheet and bank accounts, investigating discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.<br>• Record and review journal entries as part of the month-end close process while maintaining the accuracy of the general ledger.<br>• Oversee day-to-day accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice handling, cash application, collections follow-up, and payment processing.<br>• Administer wire transfers, check disbursements, and employee reimbursement activities using approved financial systems and expense tools.<br>• Complete sales and use tax filings for multiple states in a timely and accurate manner.<br>• Partner with teams across the organization to gather financial information, respond to questions, and support business needs with clear communication.<br>• Maintain organized accounting records and documentation to support audit readiness, internal controls, and efficient access to information.<br>• Provide backup support across finance functions and assist with special projects aimed at improving departmental performance and process effectiveness.
- 2026-10-27T00:00:00Z
- Casco, ME
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support financial planning and performance analysis for a manufacturing organization. This role will partner closely with operational leaders to evaluate capital spending, strengthen forecasting accuracy, and deliver insight that supports strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, business partnership skills, and a practical approach to cash flow and profitability analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Partner with leadership and operating teams to assess capital investments, track financial impact, and support sound decision-making on project priorities.</p><p>• Prepare forward-looking financial models that help guide planning, scenario evaluation, and long-range business strategy.</p><p>• Monitor cash position and develop reporting that highlights trends, risks, and opportunities affecting liquidity.</p><p>• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities by consolidating data, refining assumptions, and presenting actionable analysis.</p><p>• Deliver ad hoc financial evaluations to support management decisions across operations, cost control, and business performance.</p><p>• Serve as a trusted finance resource for cross-functional teams by translating complex data into clear recommendations.</p><p>• Analyze results against plan and forecast, identify key variances, and explain underlying business drivers.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects that improve financial visibility, reporting effectiveness, and overall planning processes.</p>
- 2026-11-02T00:00:00Z
- Dover, NH
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 24 - 26 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a dependable Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for an on-site team in Dover, New Hampshire. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys maintaining accurate records, assisting with office coordination, and working in a hands-on, paper-based environment. The role combines bookkeeping responsibilities with office management support and requires strong attention to detail, organization, and consistency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily bookkeeping activities, including recording financial transactions and keeping accounting records accurate and current.<br>• Process a steady flow of invoices each day and ensure accounts payable and accounts receivable entries are handled in a timely manner.<br>• Support payroll administration for a small employee group by preparing information accurately and coordinating payroll-related tasks using Paycor.<br>• Perform bank-related activities such as preparing checks, monitoring transactions, and assisting with reconciliation work tied to M&T Bank accounts.<br>• Maintain organized financial documentation across paper files and records stored in different locations to improve accessibility and accuracy.<br>• Use QuickBooks to enter, track, and update accounting information while supporting routine reporting and record maintenance.<br>• Provide office management assistance by helping keep administrative and financial workflows organized within the on-site office.<br>• Review records regularly to identify discrepancies, follow up on missing information, and help ensure smooth day-to-day accounting operations.
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Portland, ME
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 50000 - 52000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join a company in Portland, Maine. This position supports daily accounting operations by managing payroll activities, assisting with payables and receivables, and helping maintain accurate financial records. The role also contributes to month-end accounting tasks in partnership with the Assistant Controller.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process employee payroll accurately and on schedule while verifying time and pay-related information.</p><p>• Support accounts payable activities by reviewing invoices, preparing payments, and maintaining organized vendor records.</p><p>• Assist with accounts receivable functions, including posting payments and tracking outstanding balances.</p><p>• Review and record employee expense reports to ensure completeness and policy compliance.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations and help resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Contribute to month-end close activities by preparing reports, updating records, and assisting the Assistant Controller with accounting tasks.</p>
- 2026-11-04T00:00:00Z