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Department Name: Office of the State Controller

Opening Date: March 2, 2026

Closing Date: March 13, 2023

Grade / Admin Unit: 30 / Confidential

Job Class Code: CA30
Salary: $71,843.20 - $101,587.20/Annually
Position Number: 200024873

Location: Augusta

Telework: Telework optional after completion of probation and management approval

JOB DESCRITPTION:

This is professional services work in the Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of the State Controller that focuses on querying/analyzing data, preparing financial statements and compiling the State’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) according to generally accepted account principles (GAAP) and the Federal Uniform Guidance. Responsibilities include: querying, compiling and analyzing significant data; preparing accurate financial information, including required and extensive notes; making accounting adjustments, appropriately categorizing and summarizing them; and, designing, implementing and overseeing statewide accounting policies and procedures, and year-end closing procedures. Additional responsibilities include acting as a liaison to provide leadership and expert technical guidance to chief financial officers at State agencies and Component Units on accounting policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews, analyzes, and develops financial information to prepare the ACFR in compliance with GAAP.
• Develops, implements, and oversees statewide accounting policies and procedures in order to ensure state financial statements comply with GAAP.
• Develops, prepares, and implements year-end closing procedures and instructions for state agencies and quasi-state agencies to ensure accurate and appropriate financial information is submitted.
• Receives and analyzes financial information to adjust year-end trial balance in accordance with GAAP.
• Manages special projects to ensure appropriate policies and procedures are used in the development of financial information.
• Provides leadership and expert technical advice to agencies and component units on all matters pertaining to Governmental Accounting and Financial Reporting.
• Queries, compiles, summarizes and analyzes significant data to advise others, draw conclusions and make recommendations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations applicable to preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
• Knowledge of accounting systems and data warehouses for large government units.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing theories, principles, and practices.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in the development and use of complex spreadsheets.
• Ability to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and stay current with Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements and revisions.
• Ability to understand complex financial accounting systems.
• Ability to prepare complex financial reports.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate accounting systems, methods, procedures and other control mechanisms.
• Ability to research laws, regulations, and highly technical accounting issues and offer sound advice.
• Ability to work with a variety of people from different professions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

To qualify, your background must include successful completion of all sections of the CPA or CIA exam and four years’ experience preparing and/or auditing complex financial statements. The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

• A thorough knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting.
• Expertise in both GAAP & GASB.
• A demonstrated ability to research laws, regulations and highly technical accounting issues to develop implementation policies and offer sound advice to executive managers.
• Proficiency with complex spreadsheets, large data warehouses and comprehensive data analysis.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.​

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume.

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact Name and email address/phone number (default will be: recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov)

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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