Staff Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare timely financial statements, supporting schedules, and other recurring reports to provide clear insight into organizational performance.

• Record and post journal entries while maintaining accuracy across the general ledger and related accounting records.

• Reconcile balance sheet and other key accounts, research variances, and resolve discrepancies in a thorough manner.

• Contribute to monthly closing activities, including reviewing transactions, validating balances, and meeting reporting deadlines.

• Maintain fixed asset records, track additions and disposals, and support depreciation reporting.

• Review financial data to identify unusual trends, inconsistencies, or items requiring follow-up with internal stakeholders.

• Assist with audit preparation by organizing documentation, responding to information requests, and supporting annual financial reporting.

• Partner with departments across the organization to answer accounting questions and provide reliable financial support.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, or at least 5 years of closely related accounting experience.
• Demonstrated experience with journal entries, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and month-end close responsibilities.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems used for financial reporting and analysis.
• Ability to prepare financial reports and interpret accounting data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience supporting annual audits and working with audited financial statements or related documentation.
• Background in nonprofit accounting is preferred.
• Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.