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Purdy Powers & Company

Location:
United States, Portland, Maine

Category:
Finance

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Job Description:

We’re a leading accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Portland, Maine dedicated to serving the needs of mid-size companies. Our goal is to help our clients grow to their potential by providing business services that deliver results. We’re looking for exceptional candidates who also want to grow to your potential and would like to be part of a fast-paced entrepreneurial accounting firm. We’re looking to fill an open position on our growing Client Accounting & Advisory Services team. As a member of our team, you’ll learn new skills and work alongside experienced professionals as you provide state-of-the-art accounting and bookkeeping services for our clients. You’ll need to prioritize projects, collaborate with others, learn new technologies and interface with clients. Like each member of the team, we want you to think innovatively and creatively; it’s how we stay ahead of the curve, and it’s one of the things that makes our careers fulfilling and fun.

Job Responsibility:

Provide outsourced accounting and bookkeeping services to business clients
Manage bill payments, invoicing and cash receipt applications for clients in a timely fashion
Perform bank and general ledger account reconciliations
investigate and resolve reconciling items
Prepare payroll and sales tax returns or run payroll and reconcile related journal entries
Assist with monthly, quarterly and annual close processes for clients
Assist with setup and implementation of new accounting systems and procedures based on client needs
Effectively and clearly communicate with clients and coworkers across various channels
Provide education and training to clients as needed based on their requirements

Requirements:

Experience with QuickBooks Online, Excel, and Outlook
experience with bill payment processing, payroll, POS, invoicing and other systems a plus
Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or an Accounting Certificate combined with other bachelor’s degree
Strong interpersonal, communication and project management skills
Ability to handle multiple clients efficiently and meet required due dates and deadlines
A highly organized personality with strong attention to detail
Remote hybrid work environment available, however occasional meetings in the office and/or at a client location will be required
You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Nice to have:

experience with bill payment processing, payroll, POS, invoicing and other systems

What we offer:

Highly competitive salary
401(k) & Profit-Sharing Plan
Health Insurance
Section 125 Plan
Life Insurance
STD & LTD Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Holiday Time
generous PTO
Free Parking in Portland
Fridays off in summer months
Educational reimbursement
Flexibility to work remotely
flex time
family-friendly scheduling
remote work options

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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