Staff Accountant

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**Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. | Staff Accountant | Mechanic Falls, Maine** **Auburn Manufacturing, Inc. (AMI)** is seeking a **Staff Accountant** to join its team in Mechanic Falls, Maine. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys financial reporting, account reconciliation, process improvement, and working collaboratively across departments in a growing manufacturing environment. **VOTED BEST PLACES TO WORK IN MAINE!** **Job Summary** The Staff Accountant plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end and year-end close activities, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. This position also serves as a backup resource for Accounts Payable and Purchasing functions, providing a diverse and engaging accounting role. ### What We Offer: - $58K - $65K Annual - Paid time off and holidays - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Retirement plan - Professional growth opportunities - Collaborative team environment - Convenient Auburn location - Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process ### Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Accounting preferred, or Associate's Degree with equivalent experience - 3-5 years of accounting or bookkeeping experience - Experience with accounting software or ERP systems; NetSuite experience preferred - Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications - Solid understanding of general accounting principles and financial reporting - Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to deta ### Responsibilities and Scope: - Maintain accurate general ledger records and accounting transactions - Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting - Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and general ledger accounts - Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments - Assist with payroll processing and related accounting entries - Maintain fixed asset records and depreciation schedules - Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting efficiency - Generate reports and manage transactions within NetSuite and other accounting systems - Provide backup support for Accounts Payable, including invoice processing and check runs - Review expense reports, company credit card activity, and supporting documentation for accuracy