Accountant Jobs in Maine

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Senior Staff Accountant

  • Maine Health
  • Portland, ME
  • 18 hours ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 18 hours ago

Monitors and maintains control of various general ledger accounts, prepares journal entries and detailed reports, prepares financial statements and analyses reflecting financial status and activities...

In Person

Senior Accountant

  • Carrington
  • Augusta, ME
  • 3 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 3 days ago

, ledger reconciliation, preparation of data for journal entries, and financial statements....

In Person

Senior Income Tax Accountant

  • FUJIFILM
  • Augusta, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 5 days ago

at FUJIFILM in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Position Overview This position is responsible for the preparation and filing of various quarterly and annual corporate income tax...

Remote

Staff Accountant

  • Dead River
  • South Portland, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • South Portland, ME
  • 8 days ago

If you’re an accountant who wants more than just a job—someone who wants to grow, contribute, and be part of something meaningful—we’d love to hear from you....

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Senior Revenue Analyst, Technical Accounting

  • Oracle
  • Augusta, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 8 days ago

at Oracle in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Job Description The Revenue Recognition Technical Program Office is a diverse and high-performing team of motivated professionals who...

In Person

Financial Accountant, Stockholm

  • Poolia AB
  • Stockholm, ME
  • 9 days ago
  • Stockholm, ME
  • 9 days ago

Vi soker nu en driven och noggrann redovisningsekonom till var kund. Rollen passar dig som trivs med varierande arbetsuppgifter inom redovisning och vill arbeta i en dynamisk och utvecklande...

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Revenue Accountant 2

  • Public Consulting Group
  • Augusta, ME
  • 14 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications + Bachelors degree in Accounting + 2-4 years accounting or finance experience; Prior experience with revenue recognition principles and experience with Workday or a similar accounting...

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ETF Fund Accountant I

  • UMB Bank
  • Augusta, ME
  • 17 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 17 days ago

As the Fund Accountant I, you are responsible for all functions related to the daily calculation of the net asset value for multiple mutual funds, as well as, performing the accounting, pricing, review...

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Senior Accountant

  • Aston Carter
  • Portland, ME
  • 20 days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 20 days ago

Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, including preparing and reviewing journal entries and account reconciliations....

In Person

Federal Grants Accountant

  • Staffing Solutions Organization LLC
  • Winthrop, ME
  • 21 days ago
  • Winthrop, ME
  • 21 days ago

Federal Grants Accountant Location: Winthrop, ME Work Model: Onsite with up to 2 remote days/week after 6 months (management approval) Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week, Monday-Friday, between 7:00...

Hybrid Full Time

Senior Accountant

  • Land Trust Alliance, Inc
  • ME
  • 22 days ago
  • ME
  • 22 days ago

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT Senior Accountant Maine Coast Heritage Trust We are looking to fill our senior accountant position!...

Remote

Property Accountant

  • Creative Financial Staffing
  • ME
  • 26 days ago
  • ME
  • 26 days ago

degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline Proficiency with Yardi (Voyager preferred) or analogous real estate accounting systems EB-......

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Accountant

  • Waypoint Maine
  • Sanford, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sanford, ME
  • 30+ days ago

and file all needed source documents Prepare journal entries and reclasses as needed....

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Sr Accountant

  • Oracle
  • Augusta, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Manage monthly and quarterly close cycles, ensuring that US GAAP financial reporting is performed timely, in accordance with corporate close guidelines, consolidating all Oracle entities, preparing journal...

In Person

Senior Financial Accountant

  • PerkinElmer, Inc.
  • Poland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Leading audits Prepare / review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements....

In Person

Demographic Data for Maine

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Maine

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAccounting research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Maine offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.6%
Master's Degree
28.3%
Associate's Degree
6.8%
High School or GED
4.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%


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