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State of Maine · 7 hours ago

Accounting Technician - Corrections Service Center, Augusta.

Augusta, Maine

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$37K/yr - $50K/yr

The State of Maine's Department of Administrative and Financial Services is seeking an Accounting Technician for the Corrections Service Center in Augusta. This role involves maintaining non-complex accounts, applying accounting principles, and interacting with agency personnel to resolve accounting discrepancies.

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Responsibilities

Examine, account for, reconcile, analyze, and interpret basic accounting data and records in accordance with GAAP/GASB standards, state/agency accounting procedures, and appropriate internal controls

Use and apply basic accounting theory to analyze and resolve standard accounting transaction problems

Interact with programmatic staff to exchange factual information, explain accounting processes, and resolve accounting discrepancies and disputes

Prepare financial and statistical reports and summaries

Qualification

Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesGovernmental Accounting StandardsComputerized Accounting SystemsFinancial ReportingStatistical AnalysisClear WritingLeadership PrinciplesEffective Communication

Required

Entry-level to intermediate education, training, and/or experience in accounting or another closely related field demonstrating competency applying accounting principles, reviewing and processing business transactions, and preparing reports

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting theories, principles, methods, practices, and terminology

Knowledge of governmental accounting standards and systems

Knowledge of computerized accounting systems and standardized desktop technology and products

Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques

Ability to serve as a lead worker on works assignment and other projects

Ability to apply accounting principles in locating and correcting accounting errors

Ability to apply accepted accounting principles to income statements and balance sheets

Ability to verify fiscal source documents and application of fees, refunds, collections, and discounts

Ability to prepare narrative and statistical reports and financial statements, projections, and schedules, and analyze and interpret information from reports

Ability to review fiscal transactions for conformity with applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to write clearly and effectively

Ability to recommend improvements in accounting controls, financial review trails, and business practices

Benefits

Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary.

Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.

Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 19.63% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program.

Living Resources Program– Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave.

Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.