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5 results for Entry Level Accountant in Portland, ME

Sr. Accountant

Auburn, ME
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Temporary / Contract
47.5 - 55 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support key accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Auburn, Maine. This is a Contract position suited for an organized individual who can manage core financial activities with accuracy and consistency. The ideal candidate will contribute to timely period-end reporting, maintain ledger integrity, and help ensure reconciliations are completed thoroughly. Responsibilities: • Lead assigned close-cycle accounting tasks to help deliver accurate month-end financial results on schedule. • Prepare and record journal entries with appropriate support, ensuring transactions are classified correctly in the financial records. • Maintain and review general ledger activity to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and preserve reporting accuracy. • Perform account reconciliations regularly, investigating variances and following through on outstanding items. • Complete bank reconciliations by matching cash activity, researching exceptions, and correcting differences as needed. • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather financial information required for reporting and account analysis. • Support documentation and audit readiness by maintaining organized records for reconciliations, entries, and ledger adjustments.
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Portsmouth, NH
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Are you an Accountant who enjoys being part of a team and doing a ton of functions? Connect with Casey Wiggin on LI asap to discuss! We are looking for a meticulous and reliable Staff Accountant to join our team in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This role offers the opportunity to take on a variety of accounting and financial responsibilities while working closely with senior leadership. The ideal candidate is someone who values professionalism, thrives in a detailed-oriented environment, and is seeking a long-term position with growth potential. *Full bookkeeping functions, including the general ledger PLUS exposure to full office functions in order to be part of the team!!<ul><li>Some involvement with basic HR functions, like handling new hire paperwork, some previous exposure to benefits administration to at least understand enough to answer employee questions, etc.</li><li>Experience with annual 1099-NEC/MISC filing.</li><li>Payroll experience with general understanding of laws per paying out terminated people etc.</li><li>Budgeting and income statement variance analysis using Excel.</li></ul>
2026-06-17T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Brunswick, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a mission-driven non-profit organization in Brunswick, Maine. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with tax-related activities, and ensuring day-to-day accounting tasks are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in general ledger work, journal entry preparation, and corporate tax processes, along with at least two years of relevant accounting experience. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to maintain accurate and timely financial records across accounting periods. • Reconcile general ledger accounts, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues to support reliable reporting. • Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting tax return preparation. • Manage sales tax reporting requirements by reviewing transactions and helping ensure timely filings. • Maintain organized financial records and supporting schedules to strengthen compliance and audit readiness. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to review accounting data, clarify variances, and improve reporting accuracy. • Support grant-related accounting tasks, including tracking financial activity and maintaining proper documentation. • Contribute to accounting system work within NetSuite, including transaction review, data accuracy checks, and routine processing.
2026-06-30T00:00:00Z

Senior Staff Accountant

Scarborough, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partenered with an established real estate company to locate a Senior Staff Accountant for a full-time position in South Portland area. The ideal Staff Accountant will have the following skill and experience:<ul><li>5+ years general ledger accounting experience. </li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar field. </li><li>Real Estate industry knowledge preferred</li><li>Reconciliations</li><li>Month end close</li><li>Advanced Excel skills</li></ul> Employer offers generous benefits including; Health plan, 401k with match, paid vacation/holidays and more. For consideration please apply online with resume. Jennifer Thompson Robert Half Finance & Accounting. - Permanent Placement If you’re already working with a permanent RH recruiter - please reach out to your recruiter directly.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Auburn, ME
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 23 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a manufacturing environment in Auburn, Maine. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is confident managing core accounting activities, maintaining accurate records, and keeping transactions organized in a fast-paced setting. The person in this role will contribute to reliable financial reporting by overseeing payables, receivables, reconciliations, and bookkeeping processes using QuickBooks. Responsibilities: • Maintain accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and keeping bookkeeping documentation current and organized. • Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and track outgoing obligations to support timely accounts payable activities. • Manage customer billing, post incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances to keep accounts receivable up to date. • Complete bank and account reconciliations on a regular basis to verify balances and resolve discrepancies promptly. • Use QuickBooks to enter, review, and update financial data while helping ensure consistency across accounting records. • Assist with routine reporting and account review activities to support visibility into financial performance and cash activity.
2026-07-08T00:00:00Z