Accounting Assistant

Avesta Housing • Portland, ME

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Avesta Housing is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounting Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations that keep our communities strong. In this essential support role, you’ll assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable, help maintain organized financial records, and collaborate closely with Accounting Specialists and Property Management staff. Your careful attention to detail, strong judgment, and respect for confidentiality will help ensure timely, accurate financial processing. Every day, your work will play a vital role in supporting Avesta’s mission of improving lives by creating and sustaining quality, affordable homes for people in need. This role is a great fit if you: Enjoy working with numbers, details, and financial records, Bring strong organizational skills and a high level of accuracy, Thrive in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment, Want your behind-the-scenes work to support a meaningful mission.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask and reprioritize tasks independently based on departmental needs.
• Strong professional judgement.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or certificate in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered.
• Experience in an accounting, banking or administrative support role preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts payable
• Assist with accounts receivable
• Help maintain organized financial records
• Collaborate closely with Accounting Specialists and Property Management staff

Benefits

• Employer-paid health and dental plans for employees
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vested match of up to 6%
• Employer-paid basic life, long-term and short-term disability
• Free wellness services for benefits-eligible employees and their dependents
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous earned time, starting with 19 days in first year of employment
• Professional development assistance
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree