Accountant

The Natural Resources Council of Maine (NRCM) is dedicated to protecting Maine's natural resources, promoting sustainable practices, and supporting Maine’s communities. We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a full-time accountant. This position will work closely with the CFO/Director of Finance and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental campaigns and make a difference in Maine. 

The accountant plays a crucial role in the organization, ensuring accuracy and integrity of the organization’s financial records, supporting financial decision-making, and helping maintain compliance with financial regulations. The position is best suited for working in NRCM’s Augusta office at least several days a week during regular business hours. 

Respect, inclusion, and opportunity for people of all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives will attract the best ideas to NRCM and helps us shape a healthier, more vibrant future for all of us who share our planet. By honoring and celebrating people’s diversity, NRCM can bring new creativity, effectiveness, and leadership to our work throughout the state. Achieving diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice is a continuous process, which, we believe, will contribute to a sustainable and peaceful world.

To Apply: For consideration, please submit both a cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until filled. Applicants who need an alternative way to submit materials may email them as attachments to jobs@nrcm.org or mail them to NRCM, Attention HR, 3 Wade Street, Augusta, ME 04330. 

Supervisor: CFO/ Sr. Director of Finance

Status: Full time, salary, exempt

Salary: $53,000-63,000 

Union: This position is a member of the bargaining unit

Job Responsibilities 

• Manage Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, and record financial transactions in accordance with organizational practices 
• Produce financial reports as requested, such as budget vs actual reports 
• Administer credit card accounts, including monitoring and adjusting card limits as necessary, acting as point of contact with the banking and investment institutions used by NRCM, and initiating payments with proper background information 
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and maintain accurate financial records and files for auditing and tax purposes 
• Support the annual auditing process 
• Facilitate the timely completion of month-end, year-end, and end of fiscal year tasks and reporting such as reconciling bank statements, 1099s, sales tax report, balancing revenues, and State and Federal reports 
• Update and maintain NRCM’s general ledgers by inputting journal entries in a timely manner 
• Assist with budget preparation and monitoring 
• Manage and reconcile petty cash 
• Backup support for other administrative functions within the department, such as, but not limited to, phones, office coverage, and interacting with guests and the public 
• Assist with or manage other finance-related special projects.

Qualifications 

• 3-5 years of business accounting experience or accounting degree preferred
• Experience using accounting software in a professional environment, QuickBooks and Raiser’s Edge preferred 
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Excel, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Outlook 
• Excellent communication skills to ensure coordination with other departments and vendors 
• High degree of discretion dealing with confidential material 
• Familiarity with nonprofits preferred