Accounting Specialist

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness Accounting Position

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness (WPHW) is growing, and we are excited to be adding new people to our team! If you value inclusivity, balance, and cultural centeredness and have a true passion for serving others, you may be a great fit for our team! WPHW is a non-profit organization that serves four federally recognized tribes located in five communities : the Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians, the Aroostook Band of Mi'kmaq, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Indian Township, the Passamaquoddy Tribe at Pleasant Point, and the Penobscot Nation. Wabanaki traditions, language, and culture guide our approach and describe the ways we live in harmony with each other and the land we collectively share. Services are available to community members living on and off-reservation across the State of Maine.

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to ensure proper processes and internal controls are followed to maximize efficiency, compliance, and integrity within the accounting system. Provides updates related to spreadsheets, files, and reports as needed. Works with the other fiscal staff to meet the required deadlines of activities and supports the supervisor to implement systems improvements.

Duties and Responsibilities

Financial Transaction Assistance :

• Involved in bookkeeping functions needed to record financial transactions. Records, balances, and classifies all revenue and expenditures to proper accounts in accordance with federal regulations and WPHW policies.
• Audits entries and documents to ensure accuracy, propriety, proper account coding, adequate explanations, and other applicable information in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Assists in projects requiring research, interpretation, or auditing of statistical data as assigned and prepares various schedules and reports for financial statements requiring knowledge of governmental accounting principles.
• Reviews the various accounts, financial summaries, and statements for accuracy and compliance.
• Assist with month-end closing.

Accounts Receivable / Payable :

Accounting Systems Support :

Education and Experience Required

Skills and Qualifications Required

Wabanaki Public Health & Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.