Senior Accountant
About The Position
Turn Numbers Into Impact At Maine State Credit Union, we're more than a financial institution, we're a team dedicated to helping our members and communities thrive. We're seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative, and experienced Senior Accountant to join our Finance team and play a key role in maintaining the financial integrity of our organization. If you enjoy solving problems, analyzing financial data, improving processes, and serving as a trusted resource to your team, we'd love to hear from you. As a Senior Accountant, you'll support the financial management and operations of the credit union by maintaining accounting records, preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts, and assisting with month-end closing activities. You'll also provide guidance and support to accounting team members while helping ensure accuracy and compliance across accounting functions.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of accounting or related financial experience.
- Bachelor's Degree Preferred
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and reconciliation processes.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet applications.
- Experience working with accounting systems and general ledger functions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and post journal entries.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts and credit union transaction accounts.
- Assist with monthly and year-end closing activities.
- Process payments and verify financial information for accuracy.
- Prepare budget, income, expense, and other financial reports.
- Analyze accounting records and identify discrepancies or opportunities for improvement.
- Review accounting work for accuracy and completeness.
- Serve as a resource and mentor to team members on accounting processes and procedures.
- Assist with special projects and other accounting initiatives as assigned
Benefits
- Employer-subsidized medical insurance plans, includes one plan with employer paid premiums of 97%
- HSA – generous employer contribution
- Employer funded HRA
- Employer-subsidized Dental and Vision Insurance
- 100% employer paid - Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Competitive wages, and annual evaluations with compensation adjustments
- Generous 401(k) employer match, plus annual discretionary contribution
- Generous PTO with immediate PTO accruals + 8 hrs of birthday PTO & 12 paid holidays
- Education reimbursement - up to $5,000 annually for undergraduate
- Opportunities to volunteer in our local communities
- 100% Employer Paid EAP which includes 6 free mental health sessions
- Wellness Reimbursement of up to $150
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
