Staff Accountant

Portland Housing Authority 

Staff Accountant 

Portland, Maine 

Portland Housing Authority is seeking a Staff Accountant, to be based in the Portland, Maine office.   

• Working knowledge of accounting principles and practices. 
• Significant experience with computer-based accounting systems, including integration of modules with the G/L. 
• Ability to produce and reconcile all related computer-generated reports. 
• Strong knowledge in Excel and use of spreadsheet software including the ability to create and manipulate spreadsheets. 
• Significant understanding of internal controls and the ability to implement and modify control processes as needed. 
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously in a detailed, organized and timely fashion. 
• Ability to establish good working relationships with stakeholders. 
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures. 
• Ability to work independently. 

• Annual salary in the range of $65,000 to $88,000 
• Dental, vision and multiple health plans including 100% Employer paid single health plan option. 
• 35 hour work week. 
• Generous PTO including 14 paid holidays, vacation and sick time.  
• Pension and multiple retirement plans, with employer match. 
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer. 

• Section 8 Duties: To include maintenance of Landlord files and ownership changes, preparation and reconciliation of all Housing Assistance Payments, reconciliation of portable billings, and processing of 1099’s at year end. 
• Accounting Duties: To include reviewing and posting journal entries, daily transaction batches, processing cash receipts, preparing monthly bank reconciliations and identifying any errors within balance sheet accounts.  Assist with reporting of grants, budget preparation, and audit preparations. 
• Back up for Accounts Payable and Payroll when needed. 

Portland Housing Authority was established in 1943 and together with its community partners, provides and expands affordable housing and services that improve quality of life, build community and promote personal success for the people and neighborhoods in which they reside.   

KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE 

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.