Accountant

Come do good work with us! The Health & Human Services Department consists of four unique divisions; Barron Center, Elder Affairs, Public Health, and Social Services. We strive to enhance the health and well-being of the residents of Portland in collaboration with our community, state, and federal partners. The Barron Center is a long-term care facility, owned and operated by the City of Portland, and is Maine’s largest skilled nursing facility. We have an excellent reputation for fostering a caring and creative work environment, and now is your chance to have the job you always wanted - being part of a team who makes a difference in the lives of our residents. Job Summary: We are looking for an experienced and highly organized Accountant to help maintain our financial records and support daily accounting operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll processing, general ledger maintenance, and accounts receivable, along with familiarity with insurance billing and third-party payer accounts. Bring your analytical skills and software expertise (Munis experience is a huge plus!) to help us maintain accurate, efficient, and compliant financial systems. If you have a strong foundation in accounting principles, excellent problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset, we’d love to welcome you to our team! Maintains records of accounting receipts and expenditures Maintains accounts receivable ledgers, i.e. posting charges, payments, and adjustments Maintains control of subsidiary accounting records involving a wide variety of accounts and transactions, including those records related to trust funds Reconciles bank accounts to various general ledger cash control accounts Reconciles ledger reports to various other reports, including census and patient revenue Prepares, or assists in preparation of, financial statements, cost data, budgets, grants, and other accounting records and instruments, including miscellaneous billings based on adjustments Pre-audits revenues and expenditures May issue purchase orders to department and division personnel Prepares routine local, State, and federal reports, and corresponds with local, State, and federal agencies Conducts oral or written communications relating to problem and/or delinquent balances Prepares departmental or divisional payroll and may serve as back-up for authorizing department or division payroll Performs related work as required Required Skills & Experience: Experience in general accounting and bookkeeping work. Graduation from a four‑year high school, supplemented by two years of college or university training in accounting, or any equivalent combination of experience and training. Working knowledge of and ability to use accounting and auditing principles, methods, and procedures in working with numerous accounts Working knowledge of applicable software accounting systems, including spreadsheet software Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, clients, and representatives of State and federal agencies Ability to operate calculators, typewriters, and personal computers Knowledge of insurance billing and third-party payer accounts Working knowledge of Munis system preferred Expected Hours/Schedule: This is a full time position working 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Applications accepted until July 31, 2026. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. Salary & Benefits: This is a union position, CEBA Grade 13, with a starting pay range of $48,613.76-$54,717.00 per year, based on relevant years of experience. For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the union specific pay plans and agreements. The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include: Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives Thirteen paid holidays Sick, vacation, and personal leave Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan Use of City recreation facilities Fitness Reimbursement Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. 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