Senior Staff Accountant

Requirements

• The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:
• Thorough knowledge and experience of complex accounting principles.
• Prior experience and/ or education which demonstrates knowledge of GAAP/ GASB, analyzing accounting data and accounting reconciliations.
• A proven ability to complete accounting transactions and account reconciliations.
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• For additional information about this position, please contact Lauren Etter at Lauren.Etter@Maine.gov
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If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. . Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Opening Date: June 12, 2026 Closing Date: June 26, 2026 Job Class Code: 0330 Grade: Range 23 (04) Salary: $50,377.60 - $70,699.20 per year* *This is inclusive of a 2.25% recruitment and retention stipend Position Number: 02000-2351 Location: This is a full-time position located in an Augusta office and allows for partial telework with management approval. Non-telework days will be required to be in the Augusta, Maine office. Are you an experienced accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you possess a high degree of initiative? Then we are looking for you! Core Responsibilities: As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will: - Provide program accounting, cash management and revenue/expenditure control, and other financial accounting services - Review and analyze financial data and ensure its accuracy for the processing of cost allocation - Reconciles complex accounts, formulates corrections, and adjusting entries. - Develops and recommends system and process changes through evaluation, analysis, and application of accounting theory. - Consults with agency program managers and internal/external financial staff to identify business needs, compliance issues, and reporting requirements - Ensures compliance with state/federal fiscal policies or other special requirements regarding Cost Allocation and Budgeting - Prepares projections for the allocation of costs and budgeting for all DHHS. - Works independently and supports DHHS teams on reconciliation of all administrative costs and implements accounting procedures for use Service Center wide. You will contribute to the Department's mission by helping us ensure state and federal funds are utilized effectively to meet the health and welfare needs of Maine's citizens. The impact of your work will provide critical services to Maine's most vulnerable population, and you will have the satisfaction of knowing you have helped DHHS' Management team deliver vital services to this state. The DHHS Financial Service Center's Senior Staff Accountant will contribute to the Department's mission by helping us ensure state and federal funds are utilized effectively to meet the health and welfare needs of Maine's citizens. The impact of your work will provide critical services to Maine's most vulnerable population, and you will have the satisfaction of knowing you have helped DHHS' Management team deliver vital services to this state.

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