Accountant - Entry Level
This entry-level accountant role involves performing monthly accounts receivable tasks, account reconciliations, journal entry postings, and supporting internal and external audits. The position requires coordination with finance teams to resolve accounting issues, manage cross-border transactions, and assist in financial reporting and system training. It offers an opportunity to develop foundational accounting skills within a collaborative finance environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level accounting role supports monthly accounting operations with a primary focus on accounts receivable and general ledger activities. You will work with finance teams and internal/external stakeholders to ensure accurate, timely financial records and reporting.
- Analyze account balances, investigate unusual items, determine adjustments and complete reconciliations of balance sheet accounts.
- Review and post journal entries; research and resolve discrepancies identified in accounting documents.
- Coordinate with other accounting and finance teams to analyze issues and determine resolutions.
- Post, review and reconcile cross-border charges and transactions; prepare summaries and supporting documentation.
- Participate in general ledger tasks such as maintaining recurring journal entries, setting up cost centers/accounts, opening/closing accounting periods and running assessments.
- Provide user training and prepare system user guides as needed.
- Contribute to internal and external financial reporting and audit support.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field — or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial calculations and reconciliations.
- Basic familiarity with general ledger processes, journal entries and accounts receivable workflows.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and external contacts.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and ability to follow accounting policies and procedures.
- Comfort working with accounting systems and producing supporting documentation.
Compensation & Duration
- Pay: $25.04 to $28.33 per hour (W2).
- Duration listed: 10/12/2026 to 03/19/2027.
- Employment type: Full time.
- Location: Westbrook, ME (on-site).
About the Employer
Confidential Client connects talent and technology to deliver results across Accounting & Finance. Confidential Client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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