Senior Accountant

Dead River Company•South Portland, ME

52d

About The Position

About The Role: DRC is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our growing Finance team! In this role, you'll help ensure the accuracy and integrity of our financial reporting, support month-end closings, and collaborate with teams across the company to keep our operations running smoothly. You'll be hands-on with journal entries, reconciliations, and consolidated financial statements — and you'll play a key part in driving efficiency and transparency across DRC's financial processes. If you're a detail-driven professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this could be your next great opportunity!

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
2+ years of accounting experience with an automated general ledger or ERP system
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial statement analysis
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
A proactive, accountable, and detail-oriented mindset
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

Responsibilities

Prepare journal entries and ensure compliance with GAAP
Maintain general ledger systems across all DRC divisions
Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closings
Reconcile accounts accurately and on schedule
Prepare, review, and analyze financial statements and operating reports
Provide accounting support to Operations on inventory, payables, and related topics
Partner with auditors by providing documentation and analysis
Assist with statutory filings (e.g., unclaimed property, retail gas reporting)
Support various special projects and cross-functional initiatives