Accounting Specialist

We’re a leading accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Portland, Maine dedicated to serving the needs of mid-size companies. Our goal is to help our clients grow to their potential by providing business services that deliver results. We’re looking for exceptional candidates who also want to grow to your potential and would like to be part of a fast-paced entrepreneurial accounting firm.

Position Summary

We’re looking to fill an open position on our growing Client Accounting & Advisory Services team. As a member of our team, you’ll learn new skills and work alongside experienced professionals as you provide state-of-the-art accounting and bookkeeping services for our clients. You’ll need to prioritize projects, collaborate with others, learn new technologies and interface with clients. Like each member of the team, we want you to think innovatively and creatively; it’s how we stay ahead of the curve, and it’s one of the things that makes our careers fulfilling and fun. We offer flex time, family-friendly scheduling, remote work options, and other nontraditional benefits that help our employees prioritize their health and out-of-work life.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services to business clients

  • Manage bill payments, invoicing and cash receipt applications for clients in a timely fashion

  • Perform bank and general ledger account reconciliations; investigate and resolve reconciling items

  • Prepare payroll and sales tax returns or run payroll and reconcile related journal entries

  • Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual close processes for clients

  • Assist with setup and implementation of new accounting systems and procedures based on client needs

  • Effectively and clearly communicate with clients and coworkers across various channels

  • Provide education and training to clients as needed based on their requirements

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Experience with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Outlook; experience with bill payment processing, payroll, POS, invoicing and other systems a plus

  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or an Accounting Certificate combined with other bachelor’s degree.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication and project management skills

  • Ability to handle multiple clients efficiently and meet required due dates and deadlines

  • A highly organized personality with strong attention to detail.

  • Remote hybrid work environment available, however occasional meetings in the office and/or at a client location will be required

Benefits Include:

  • Highly competitive salary

  • 401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan, Health Insurance, Section 125 Plan, Life Insurance, STD & LTD Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Holiday Time, generous PTO, (Free Parking in Portland), Fridays off in summer months

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Flexibility to work remotely, (must live in Maine or close neighboring states)
 1. You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Please note that we do not provide sponsorships for entry level positions.

Contact Information:

Please email your resume and cover letter to Jane Bopp (JBopp@purdypowers.com). No phone calls, please.

Purdy Powers & Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.