Overview:
BerryDunn is seeking a qualified full-time Accounting Assistant to join our Not-for-Profit Practice Group. You will be responsible for providing support to our assurance team in the Not-for-Profit industry, with a portion of your time dedicated specifically to the governmental sector and will handle confidential and sensitive information in a discreet and professional manner and demonstrate organizational skills with a high degree of attention to detail. You will have the ability to prioritize/reprioritize daily work, work independently and in a team and the capacity for individual technical growth. This position is planned to sit in our Portland, ME, Bangor, ME, Manchester, NH or Waltham, MA offices, or remote.
You Will:
- Perform attestation and consulting work as part of our client engagement service team
- Prepare work papers and tasks that are integral to client deliverables
- Assist with electronic filings of required financial information
- Apply basic generally accepted accounting principles and governmental accounting principles and work with assistance from supervisor.
- Proof and assist with preparation of client deliverables, including presentations
- Interact with our clients to help manage the flow of requested information
- Know and understand the reason for the firm's policies and procedures
- Establish effective work schedules
- Build and nurture strong working relationships with clients
- Work as an effective team member to complete project components and assignment tasks as scheduled
- Have a passion for learning and growing
You Have:
- Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or accounting experience
- Working knowledge of the general ledger, basic financial statements and adjusting entries
- Attention to detail and quality
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
- Ability to stay ahead of projects and manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work both independently and in a team-based, collaborative environment
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite of software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- A desire to become an industry subject matter expert and business advisor to clients
Compensation Details:
The base salary range targeted for this role is $27 - $32 an hour. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications in excess of the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.
BerryDunn Benefits & Culture:
Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.
About BerryDunn
BerryDunn is a leading national professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories. Since 1974, we have been a client-centered, people-first firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.
We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or perform essential job functions. Please contact careers@berrydunn.com to request an accommodation.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.
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