<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>
<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>
<p>Robert Half has partnered with a locally owned construction company to locate an <strong>Accounts Payable - Payroll Specialist </strong>with administrative skills for a full time position with benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an on-site position, must live in Maine.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal <strong>AP- Payroll </strong>candidate will have the following skills and experience:</p><ul><li>1+ year Accounts Payable including check runs</li><li>Payroll experience for small company</li><li>Administrative skills for some office work</li><li>Pleasant communication skills to answer phone</li><li>Intermediate Excel skills</li><li>Some accounting coursework preferred </li></ul><p><br></p><p>Employer offers benefits including: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, paid vacation and holidays.</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please apply online with resume.</p><p>If you're already working with a RH recruiter, please reach out to us directly.</p><p>Jennifer Thompson </p><p>Robert Half Finance & Acccounting - Permanent Placement</p>