Staff Accountant Level I

Hammond Lumber Company

Belgrade, ME

Description

Hammond Lumber Company, voted 2025's Best Places to Work in Maine, is seeking a Full-Time Staff Accountant Level I for our Belgrade, Maine location.

The Staff Accountant Level I is responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring accuracy in daily accounting transactions. This role provides an excellent entry point for those looking to apply accounting principles within the lumber and building materials (LBM) industry.

Job Responsibilities

Assist in preparing consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information.
Analyzes information and options by developing spreadsheet reports.
Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files as well as reconciling accounts.
Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data.
Protects the organization’s value by keeping information confidential.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
Accomplishes accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed.

Staff Accountant Qualifications and Skills

Strong analytic abilities
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
Works well under timelines
and in a fast-paced environment
High degree of attention to detail and multi-tasking
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ownership and pride in work product

Full Time Benefits

Medical Insurance & Prescription Drug Plan
Dental Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Employee Purchase Discount
401(k) Plan
Discretionary Bonuses
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Volunteer Time Off
Group Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
EAP and Work Life Plan
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Outings
Employee Charge Accounts

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Experience: 2–3 years of accounting experience (internships count)
Knowledge: Advanced Proficiency in MS Excel. Knowledge of lumber inventory valuation or LBM-specific software is highly desirable