Accounts Payable Clerk - Remote

Overview

The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking an Accounts Payable Clerk to join the Maine Health and Environmental Testing Laboratory (HETL) Finance Team. This role involves supporting the daily processing and reconciling of accounts payable transactions and collaborating with financial personnel to ensure compliance with audit and accounting standards.

In Short

• Full-time position located in Augusta with partial telework options.
• Daily processing of accounts payable transactions.
• Collaboration with finance team members for best practices.
• Preparation and verification of accounts payable documentation.
• Creation and maintenance of tracking spreadsheets.
• Providing feedback for process improvements.
• Requires education or experience in accounting support.
• Excellent communication and computer skills required.
• Attention to detail and reliability are essential.
• Knowledge of government accounting practices preferred.

Requirements

• Education or experience in accounting support functions.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize and summarize information.
• Demonstrated skill in applying accounting principles.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Expertise in Excel and accounting software.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Knowledge of government accounting best practices.

Benefits

• 13 paid holidays and 12 days of sick leave annually.
• Health insurance coverage with significant employer contribution.
• 100% coverage for employee-only dental premiums.
• Retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Parental leave of six weeks fully paid.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.