Accounting Assistant

TL;DR

Accounting Assistant: Supporting day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining organized financial records with an accent on accuracy and detail. Focus on collaborating with Accounting Specialists and Property Management staff to ensure timely and accurate financial processing.

Location: On-site at headquarters in Portland, Maine.

Salary: $20.50 - $24.00 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a local leader in housing development, property management, and assisted living solutions, serving individuals and families in need of quality affordable housing in Maine and New Hampshire.

What you will do

• Assist with accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.
• Maintain organized financial records.
• Collaborate with Accounting Specialists and Property Management staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial processing.
• Support Avesta’s mission of improving lives by creating and sustaining quality, affordable homes for people in need.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask and reprioritize tasks independently based on departmental needs.
• Strong professional judgement.
• Associate degree or certificate in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience considered.
• Experience in an accounting, banking or administrative support role preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic accounting principles preferred.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite

Culture & Benefits

• Employer-paid health and dental plans for employees.
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with immediate vested match of up to 6%.
• Generous earned time, starting with 19 days in first year of employment.
• Professional development assistance.
• Employee referral bonus program.