Accountant Remote & Hybrid Only 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 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

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

Cost Accountant

  • CRH
  • Poland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Cost Accountant CRH 5 ( ) Poland, ME on company site for later Why you should apply for a job to CRH : 5/5 in overall job satisfaction 5/5 in supportive management 100% say women are treated fairly...

Hybrid

Cost Accountant (Poland, ME, US, 04274)

  • CRH Plc.
  • Poland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Poland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Job ID: 522641 Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is North America's leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer's portfolio of...

Hybrid

Accountant

  • St Mary's Health System
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lewiston, ME
  • 45+ days ago

Ensures that all journal entries have the appropriate supporting documents, explanations for the journal entries are clear, and that all journal entries are signed and for final approval....

Hybrid

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.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Accountant positions.



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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