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Accounting Support Technician
Augusta, Maine, United States | Accounting, Business & Finance | Full-time
Department of Administrative and Financial Services - Security and Employment Service CenterJob Class Code: 0943
Grade: 16 (Professional/Technical)
Salary: $18.49- $25.36/Hour
Location: Augusta, MECurrently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.Would you like to join a dynamic group supporting critical state departments? The Security and Employment Service Center (SESC) is looking for people committed to providing financial services and human resources support to the Departments of: Public Safety; Labor; Professional and Financial Regulation; and Defense, Veterans, and Emergency Management.
Financial Service Centers provide professional financial expertise to manage the financial activities of multiple Departments and bureaus, with accounts that vary in size and complexity. Services for customer agencies include accounting and financial processing, cash management, budget development and monitoring, financial analysis, grant management, legislative support, and administrative functions.
If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys solving real-world organizational challenges, and wants work that helps keep Maine's critical public services strong, we'd love to meet you.
Primary responsibilities include: As an Accounting Technician at the Department of Administrative and Financial Services in the Security and Employment Service Center (SESC), you will work closely with SESCs team members processing cash, checks, wires, verifying account information and accuracy and providing other support in Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable as needed. The position is based in Augusta, Maine with some telework availability. In this role, you will:
- Review and process accounts payable, accounts receivable, travel expenses, pre- and post-audit billings and payments to ensure compliance with state policies and procedures and satisfy financial obligations.
- Set up, monitor, and make adjustments and closing entries to document financial activity for a project or program.
- Review and balance subsidiary and control accounts, collections, inventory, and other accounts to ensure reasonableness and accuracy.
- Monitor the status of accounts, budgets, and contracts.
Minimum qualifications:Education, training, and/or experience in accounting support functions or another closely related field demonstrating competency in applying basic accounting principles and standards and maintaining records.
The backgrounds of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:- Skilled in Accounts Payable and Account Receivable systems
Contact information:Questions about this position should be directed to Marilyn Leimbach at marilyn.leimbach@maine.gov
To request and/or submit a paper application please contact Stephanie Hayes at recruiting.sesc@maine.gov
Benefits of working for the State of Maine:No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
- 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 annually. 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 ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for 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 infor