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12 results for Staff Accountant in Portland, ME

Staff Accountant

Auburn, ME
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Auburn, Maine. This position will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing tax-related documentation, and ensuring day-to-day accounting activities are completed efficiently. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, hands-on experience with journal entries, and a solid understanding of corporate and sales tax processes. Responsibilities: • Prepare and post journal entries to support accurate monthly and periodic financial reporting. • Maintain the general ledger by reviewing account activity, reconciling balances, and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. • Assist with corporate tax activities, including gathering documentation and supporting the preparation of tax filings and related schedules. • Manage sales tax records and help ensure filings are completed accurately and in accordance with applicable requirements. • Support the preparation of corporate tax returns by organizing financial data and verifying the completeness of supporting information. • Review accounting records for accuracy and consistency while identifying areas that require correction or follow-up. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide financial information, respond to accounting questions, and support reporting needs.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Biddeford, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in Portland, Maine. This role is essential in supporting daily accounting operations, with a focus on bank reconciliations, cash flow management, and financial analysis. The ideal candidate will contribute to maintaining fiscal accuracy and transparency while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Responsibilities: • Perform accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks with precision and efficiency. • Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual bank reconciliations, promptly addressing and resolving any discrepancies. • Monitor and analyze daily cash flows to ensure operational funding is adequate and forecast financial needs. • Prepare and review journal entries while assisting with month-end closing processes to ensure compliance with accounting principles. • Collaborate in the preparation of financial statements and other key reports. • Work closely with program, clinical, and administrative teams to ensure accurate transaction recording and reporting. • Support annual audit processes, including documentation and communication with external auditors. • Maintain organized and clear documentation for reconciliations, cash transactions, and financial analyses. • Assist with tax-related tasks including corporate tax returns, sales tax, and compliance requirements. • Contribute to the maintenance of the general ledger by ensuring transactions are accurately recorded.
2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Portland, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Senior Grant Accountant to join our team in Portland, Maine. In this role, you will oversee financial processes related to grants, including pre-award and post-award activities, ensuring compliance and accuracy. You will play a pivotal role in managing grant accounting operations and supporting the organization's financial goals. Responsibilities:• Manage all aspects of grant accounting, including pre-award and post-award activities.• Perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.• Prepare and record journal entries to maintain proper financial documentation.• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies to ensure data integrity.• Monitor and manage government grants, ensuring compliance with regulations and reporting requirements.• Collaborate with the grant department to support daily operational needs.• Analyze financial data to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making.• Ensure adherence to organizational policies and procedures in financial operations.• Assist with audits related to grants and financial reporting.
2026-03-30T00:00:00Z

Bookkeeper

Biddeford, ME
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support day-to-day financial operations for a growing organization in Biddeford, Maine. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can maintain accurate records, manage core accounting activities, and bring consistency to routine financial processes. The right candidate will be comfortable working with QuickBooks and handling a broad range of bookkeeping functions with accuracy and professionalism. Responsibilities: • Record financial transactions accurately and maintain organized bookkeeping records within QuickBooks. • Process vendor invoices, prepare payments, and help ensure accounts payable activities are completed on schedule. • Generate customer invoices, monitor incoming payments, and follow up on outstanding balances as part of accounts receivable management. • Reconcile bank statements and financial records regularly to identify discrepancies and keep accounts current. • Assist with maintaining accurate ledgers and supporting documentation for routine accounting review. • Review financial data for completeness and consistency, resolving clerical or transactional issues as needed. • Support ongoing accounting operations by helping keep reporting and recordkeeping processes efficient and reliable.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Brunswick, ME
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to support a non-profit organization in Brunswick, Maine through a Contract engagement. This position will oversee core accounting operations, help maintain accurate financial records, and ensure reporting is completed in a timely and compliant manner. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to manage deadlines across month-end activities, audits, and grant-related financial processes. Responsibilities: • Lead the month-end close process, ensuring financial results are finalized accurately and on schedule. • Maintain the general ledger by reviewing activity, posting adjustments, and preserving the integrity of accounting records. • Prepare and review journal entries, supporting schedules, and other documentation required for complete financial reporting. • Perform detailed account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies to keep balances accurate and up to date. • Coordinate audit support by organizing records, responding to requests, and assisting with financial statement audit activities. • Oversee accounting related to federal grants and HUD-funded programs, helping ensure compliance with applicable reporting requirements. • Monitor financial transactions and reporting within NetSuite, using the system to support accurate accounting operations. • Partner with internal stakeholders to improve accounting workflows and address operational issues that affect reporting quality.
2026-04-29T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Lewiston, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our team in Lewiston, Maine. This role is ideal for someone who is detail oriented, with a strong background in public accounting and a passion for delivering exceptional tax compliance and planning services. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead tax engagements, manage client relationships, and contribute to the strategic development of the firm's tax operations. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review complex tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. • Lead and manage tax engagements, supervising staff and coordinating deliverables. • Conduct in-depth research to identify and implement effective tax strategies. • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing clear communication and expert guidance. • Analyze financial data to identify tax-saving opportunities and resolve complex issues. • Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements in all tax-related tasks. • Utilize advanced tax software to streamline processes and improve efficiency. • Oversee entity formation and ensure proper tax treatment of new business structures. • Provide training and mentorship to entry level staff members, fostering detail oriented growth. • Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of tax services.
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Tax Manager - Public

Portland, ME
remote
Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with an established CPA firm in Portland, Maine to locate a Tax Manager for a full-time position with benefits. REMOTE option for candidates out-of-state, Eastern time zone preferred.Some hybrid for Maine candidates, willing to discuss more remote depending on distance. The ideal Tax Manager candidate will have the following experience: <ul><li>Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting / Taxation or related field.</li><li>5+ years experience working in public accounting / CPA firm - required</li><li>CPA -or- EA required</li><li>Leadership experience - does not manage staff, but oversees tax return process. (review/sign-off)</li><li>Solid understanding of tax for both individuals and small business returns.</li></ul> Employer offers excellent benefits including:Free Parking, Health, Dental, 401k with match.Extra days off in the summer for work life balance and more.Remote or hybrid schedule options. For consideration, please apply online with resume. Jennifer ThompsonRobert Half Finance & Accounting - Permanent Placement
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager

Brunswick, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor/Manager to join our team in Topsham, Maine. In this role, you will oversee the daily operations of the accounts payable department, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all processes. This position offers an opportunity to lead a team, optimize workflows, and contribute to the financial integrity of the organization. Responsibilities: • Oversee and manage the daily functions of the accounts payable department, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. • Train, mentor, and supervise accounts payable staff to maintain high performance and attention to detail in their development. • Develop, document, and enhance processes, systems, and procedures to improve efficiency and compliance. • Address and resolve vendor inquiries and discrepancies while providing excellent customer service. • Ensure proper coding and processing of invoices, including preparation of check runs and electronic payments. • Monitor and reconcile cash balances across the organization's accounts. • Manage tax compliance processes such as 1099 reporting and sales and use tax filings. • Maintain internal controls and ensure proper documentation for all accounts payable activities. • Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing procedures, collaborating with other departments as needed. • Assist with special projects related to accounts payable and financial operations.
2026-04-22T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

New Gloucester, ME
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Temporary / Contract
22 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join the team in New Gloucester, Maine on a Contract basis. This position will support payroll operations, helping ensure accurate and timely weekly and biweekly pay processing using PAYCOM. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, strong accuracy, and the ability to work effectively in an on-site environment. Responsibilities:• Prepare and process weekly and biweekly payroll cycles with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.• Review employee pay data, time records, deductions, and adjustments to ensure payroll information is complete and correct before each run.• Support the payroll team with day-to-day administrative and processing tasks that keep payroll operations running smoothly.• Handle garnishments, withholdings, and other payroll-related deductions in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations.• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies by working closely with employees and internal team members.• Maintain organized payroll records and help ensure documentation is current, accurate, and audit-ready.• Use Paycom to enter, verify, and manage payroll information while following established payroll procedures.• Assist with payroll-related updates or process changes as needed, including system-related activities when assigned.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Financial Analyst

Lewiston, ME
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Temporary / Contract
27 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Financial Analyst to support data-driven decision-making for a printing and publishing organization in Lewiston, Maine. This Long-term Contract position focuses on evaluating financial performance, building meaningful reporting, and delivering insights that help business leaders plan effectively. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical judgment, comfort working with complex datasets, and the ability to translate numbers into practical recommendations. Responsibilities: • Analyze financial results and operating trends to identify performance drivers, risks, and opportunities for improvement. • Develop and maintain financial models that support forecasting, budgeting, scenario planning, and strategic evaluation. • Prepare ad hoc analyses for leadership by gathering data, interpreting findings, and presenting clear business insights. • Perform variance reviews against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods to explain key changes in financial performance. • Mine large and complex datasets to uncover patterns, support reporting needs, and improve the accuracy of decision-making. • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to collect relevant financial information and ensure analyses reflect business realities. • Create recurring and on-demand reports that summarize metrics, trends, and actionable recommendations for management. • Support planning activities by validating assumptions, reconciling data, and enhancing the quality of financial reporting outputs.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Senior Auditor

Portland, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with an established Public Accounting firm in Portland to located a Senior Auditor for a year-round full-time position. The ideal Auditor candidate will have 3+ years of public accounting audit experience. Primary Duties:• Reviewing audit working papers• Preparing financial statement disclosure footnotes• Client Communication• Determining billing for engagements Desired Skills and Experience:• Three or more years of audit experience at a CPA firm• CPA license a plus, or plan to complete CPA in the future• Proficiency with ProSystem fx and Caseware software applications• Strong communication skills, including the ability to articulate complex financial information to all levels of clients Benefits:• Health insurance (vision included)• Long-term disability insurance• Life insurance• 401(k) plan• Medical and dependent care plan (FSA)• Voluntary dental plan• Various incentive compensation plans• Flexible work arrangements Education Requirements:• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field, with sufficient credits for CPA For consideration apply online with resume. Jennifer ThompsonRobert Half Finance & Accounting - Permanent PlacementConnect with me on Linkedin
2026-04-07T00:00:00Z

Audit Manager - Public

Portland, ME
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a well-respected CPA firm in Portland Maine to locate an Audit Manager for hybrid position, mostly remote with weekly client visits. The ideal Audit Manager candidate will have the following skills and experience:<ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business or similar.</li><li>CPA certification</li><li>4+ years public accounting at CPA firm</li><li>Financial Audits for variety of businesses/industries</li><li>Financial Statements</li><li>Internal Controls</li><li>GAAP knowledge</li><li>Experience supervising small teams and audit engagments</li></ul> Employer offers great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Parking, 401k with match, paid vacation and holidays. Hybrid schedule with mostly remote - visit client engagements 1 day/week. For consideration, apply online with resume.Jennifer ThompsonRobert Half Finance & Accounting - Permanent Placement
2026-04-14T00:00:00Z