Bookkeeper / Staff Accountant (Contract-to-Hire)
Portland, ME 04101 | 100% Onsite | $30–$35/hr | Full-Time, Monday–Friday
We are excited to continue our partnership with a growing organization in Portland, ME that is seeking a Staff Accountant to join their team on an indefinite contract with potential for contract-to-hire. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on accounting work, managing multiple priorities, and taking ownership of projects.
The position is 100% onsite, Monday–Friday, with flexible start/end times (typically around 8:00 AM – 4:00/5:00 PM).
Key Responsibilities
- Manage month-end close activities for 3–4 entities
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare accruals and prepaid entries
- Post inventory transactions
- Complete deposit account reconciliations
- Handle accounts receivable reconciliations and check postings
- Review and approve accounts payable invoices for correct GL coding and entity
- Process invoices and assist with AP support
- Prepare journal entries
- Assist with accounting projects, including reconciling bank balances within the system
- Support weekly check runs
- Handle office accounting mail: receiving, sorting, scanning, saving, and filing
Qualifications
- Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or staff accounting
- Strong understanding of account reconciliations and accounting fundamentals
- Ability to manage projects independently and stay organized in a fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working onsite and collaborating with the accounting team
- Hospitality industry experience is a plus, but not required
- Degree not required — candidates with strong hands-on accounting experience are encouraged to apply
Additional Details
- Pay: $30–$35/hour depending on experience
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, full-time (flexible start/end times)
- Location: 100% onsite in Portland, ME 04101
- Reporting to: Controller
- Software: Proprietary accounting system
