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Audit Accountant

United States, Portland · Job Posted December 11, 2025
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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.

Job Responsibility

  • Become familiar with the firm’s policies and procedures
  • Understand the rules, regulations and code of conduct of the AICPA
  • Progress professionally by working towards passing the CPA exam
  • When assigned to financial statement engagements: Become familiar with FASB and AICPA pronouncements
  • Become proficient at preparing financial statements
  • Obtain exposure on the types of financial statement engagements offered by the firm
  • Assume responsibility for completion of compilations and review of financial statements
  • Perform audits of financial statements in accordance with professional and firm standards under supervision
  • Communicate with clients and firm personnel in a timely and professional manner
  • Flexibility to assist the Tax Department as needed during Tax season

Requirements

  • Accounting majors completing degree by December 2024 or May 2025 with minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Candidates with 150 credit hours at graduation preferred
  • Candidates interested in studying/preparing for CPA exam preferred
  • Degree in Accounting preferred
  • Master’s of Science Degree in Accounting is a plus
  • Strong compliance and accounting skills
  • Strong analytical, writing, and organizational skills
  • Solid interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a high-energy environment
  • Leadership ability with a positive team player attitude
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Nice to have

  • Master’s of Science Degree in Accounting
  • Candidates with 150 credit hours at graduation
  • Candidates interested in studying/preparing for CPA exam

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
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