Springborn Staffing
Overview
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented
Senior Accountant
to join its Finance team. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting activities. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting annual audits and budget preparation. This position requires a proactive professional who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, and drive process improvements in financial operations. Key Responsibilities
Oversee and maintain the accuracy of general ledger accounts, including reconciliations, journal entries, and discrepancy resolution. Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, payroll, investments, trust accounts, and disbursement accounts. Manage and coordinate school accounting activities, ensuring alignment between financial systems. Monitor internal controls and recommend improvements to enhance compliance and efficiency. Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, GAAP, and GASB standards. Maintain and update finance procedures and fixed asset schedules. Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and support the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Assist with annual budget preparation and ongoing monitoring of financial performance. Reconcile accounts receivable related to EMS ambulance billing and utility services. Administer property insurance, verify insured assets, and manage claims. Serve as the lead financial liaison for financial software systems. Provide backup support for Accounts Payable, Deposits, and Payroll as needed. Stay current with best practices through professional development and industry involvement. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 5+ years
of progressive experience in accounting and financial analysis. Strong knowledge of
GAAP
accounting principles and standards. Proficiency in financial software and the ability to quickly learn new programs. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams. Additional Details
Location notes and compensation: South Portland, ME; Cumberland Foreside, ME; Portland, ME with salary ranges listed in the original posting.
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented
Senior Accountant
to join its Finance team. In this role, you will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting activities. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting annual audits and budget preparation. This position requires a proactive professional who can work independently, exercise sound judgment, and drive process improvements in financial operations. Key Responsibilities
Oversee and maintain the accuracy of general ledger accounts, including reconciliations, journal entries, and discrepancy resolution. Lead month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Perform reconciliations for bank accounts, payroll, investments, trust accounts, and disbursement accounts. Manage and coordinate school accounting activities, ensuring alignment between financial systems. Monitor internal controls and recommend improvements to enhance compliance and efficiency. Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, GAAP, and GASB standards. Maintain and update finance procedures and fixed asset schedules. Act as the primary liaison with external auditors and support the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). Assist with annual budget preparation and ongoing monitoring of financial performance. Reconcile accounts receivable related to EMS ambulance billing and utility services. Administer property insurance, verify insured assets, and manage claims. Serve as the lead financial liaison for financial software systems. Provide backup support for Accounts Payable, Deposits, and Payroll as needed. Stay current with best practices through professional development and industry involvement. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. 5+ years
of progressive experience in accounting and financial analysis. Strong knowledge of
GAAP
accounting principles and standards. Proficiency in financial software and the ability to quickly learn new programs. Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams. Additional Details
Location notes and compensation: South Portland, ME; Cumberland Foreside, ME; Portland, ME with salary ranges listed in the original posting.
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