Senior Staff Accountant

State of Maine · United States

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. . Department of Administrative and Financial Services (DAFS) Opening Date: August 17, 2026 Closing Date: August 28, 2026 Job Class Code: 0330 Grade: Range 23 (04) Salary: $50,377.60 – $70,699.20 per year* *This is inclusive of a 2.25% recruitment and retention stipend Position Number: 02000-2351 Location: This is a full-time position located in an Augusta office and allows for partial telework with management approval. Non-telework days will be required to be in the Augusta, Maine office. Are you an experienced accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Do you possess a high degree of initiative? Then we are looking for you! Core Responsibilities: As a Senior Staff Accountant, you will:

• Provide program accounting, cash management and revenue/expenditure control, and other financial accounting services
• Review and analyze financial data and ensure its accuracy for the processing of cost allocation
• Reconciles complex accounts, formulates corrections, and adjusting entries.
• Develops and recommends system and process changes through evaluation, analysis, and application of accounting theory.
• Consults with agency program managers and internal/external financial staff to identify business needs, compliance issues, and reporting requirements
• Ensures compliance with state/federal fiscal policies or other special requirements regarding Cost Allocation and Budgeting
• Prepares projections for the allocation of costs and budgeting for all DHHS.
• Works independently and supports DHHS teams on reconciliation of all administrative costs and implements accounting procedures for use Service Center wide.

• Thorough knowledge and experience of complex accounting principles.
• Prior experience and/ or education which demonstrates knowledge of GAAP/ GASB, analyzing accounting data and accounting reconciliations.
• A proven ability to complete accounting transactions and account reconciliations.

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. When you or immediate members of your family are ill, utilize 12 days of sick leave per year.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costsfor you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards 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. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• 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 non-birthing and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.