Accounting Assistant - Corporate Finance & Accounting
At a glance
Junior Accounting role at MCD Global Health. Hallowell · full-time · $42,000–$53,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Support corporate accounting, focusing mainly on processing accounts payable
- Post journal entries and receivables, deposit checks, and compare account records through reconciliations
- Collect documentation for the annual audit and handle other clerical accounting work
- Learn additional accounting tasks so you can back up finance colleagues when needed
What you bring
- A relevant bachelor’s degree and up to one year of office experience, or an associate degree with two years of related work
- Alternatively, bring a high school diploma and four years of related experience
- Use Microsoft Office and apply strong analytical judgment, problem-solving, and attention to detail
Who this fits
This entry-level role suits a recent graduate who can manage work independently and collaborate with colleagues. You must be based in Maine and work from the Hallowell office at least one day each week, with the rest of your work done from a distraction-free home office. The role is non-exempt and pays $42,000 to $53,000 per year.
From the employer
Our Vision & Mission
We envision a world in which all people have access to high quality and enduring solutions to improve and maintain their health and well-being. MCD Global Health aspires to be a premier partner of choice and a recognized leader, innovator, and trusted partner in healthcare and public health program development, implementation and evaluation. Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of people worldwide through enduring, high-quality, cost-effective, and universally accessible public health solutions. MCD operates impactful programs both in the U.S. and internationally.
POSITION SUMMARY:
We are currently looking for an entry-level Accounting Assistant to join our Corporate Finance and Accounting team. The Accounting Assistant will support a variety of corporate accounting functions, with an emphasis on Accounts Payable. The Accounting Assistant will be located in Maine, preferably within commuting distance to our Hallowell, Maine headquarters office. Other responsibilities include journal entry posting, depositing checks to the bank, accounts receivable posting, account reconciliations, assisting with annual audit documentation collection as well as other clerical and accounting duties as necessary. In addition, he/she will be cross-trained on a variety of accounting functions to serve as a backup to other finance staff when needed.
This is an entry-level position, ideal for a recent college or technical school graduate.
The successful candidate will be a creative and resourceful thinker who is energetic, self-motivated, and eager to take on new challenges. This individual should be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a growing organization. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, partners, and the public are essential. The ideal candidate will demonstrate flexibility, strong organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing needs.
LOCATION AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The primary location of this position is hybrid, at least 1 day per week in the Hallowell, ME office, with the remainder of time worked in a home-based office free from distractions.
PAY GRADE: Grade 2 (Maine pay range: $42,000-$53,000, non-exempt).
Required
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.
Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across teams.
Ability to manage competing priorities, remain organized, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently with remote supervision.
Proficiency in current Microsoft Office applications is required.
Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, business or financial related field with 0-1 year of office experience; or an Associate’s degree with 2 years of related work experience; or 4 years of related experience with a high school diploma.
Preferred Expertise / Skills
Nonprofit interest or experience.
Experience with financial management software is helpful.