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Accounting Associate

KBW Financial Staffing & Recruiting
Portland, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
If you’re strong in QuickBooks and enjoy owning the details, this is an opportunity to step into a well-rounded accounting role where your work truly matters.

You’ll join a small, collaborative team supporting a mix of investment and philanthropic activities — giving you exposure beyond traditional small business accounting.

This role offers autonomy, variety, and the chance to help modernize processes, including a transition to a cloud-based filing system.

What You’ll Gain

  • Meaningful exposure to both financial stewardship and mission-driven initiatives
  • Broad accounting experience across operating and investment-related accounts
  • Direct visibility into the full accounting cycle
  • Flexibility in schedule with a supportive, team-oriented environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and system enhancements

What You’ll Do

  • Post and review general ledger and adjusting entries
  • Maintain the chart of accounts and reconcile adjusted trial balances
  • Complete monthly bank and investment reconciliations
  • Set up new accounts and manage reconciliations within QuickBooks
  • Assist with document management and support a transition to cloud-based systems
  • Handle confidential financial information with discretion and care

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Associate’s with strong experience considered)
  • 2–3 years of hands-on accounting experience, ideally in a small organization, nonprofit, or investment-related setting
  • Advanced QuickBooks skills (Online and/or Desktop; certification a plus)
  • Solid understanding of GAAP
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

If you’re looking for a place to set down roots and grow with a fantastic organization - reach out to Bethany Laverriere at blaverriere@kbwfinancial.com.

The expected salary range for this position is $60,000–$80,000, which represents a good faith estimate based on current market data and the firm’s budgeted range for the role. Actual compensation will be determined by factors such as experience, education, and qualifications.

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