BerryDunn

2025 Entry Level Audit Staff Accountant - Portland

Job Locations US-ME-Portland
ID
2024-3172
Category
Internships & Entry-Level
Type
Regular Full-Time

Overview

We are seeking an Audit Staff Accountant to join our team. You will have opportunities to work with clients in the industries of Health Care, Not-for-Profit, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Construction, Higher Education, and many others. Your work will be closely supervised through coaching and training, and you can expect to receive hands-on guidance from the supervisor, consultant, or principal in charge of the engagement. You will receive extensive internal and external training on technical and soft skills, teamwork, and the firm’s systems, operations, and relationships. After gaining appropriate experience, you should see increased client contact, more complex technical challenges, beginning supervisory responsibilities, and a movement towards specialization. While demonstrated technical competence is necessary, you should also demonstrate human relations skills in dealing with supervised staff, supervisors, firm members, client personnel, and the public. We encourage involvement in civic and professional activities.

 

We strongly recommend working on certifications or other relevant technical designations, and we provide financial support for CPA exam materials.

Please include your resume, cover letter and a copy of your unofficial transcript with your application.

You Will

  • Assist clients and your team with routine accounting functions
  • Demonstrate flexibility, have a willingness to seek out advice, and exhibit an ambition for learning.Draft financial statements under established procedures
  • Prepare portions of compilation, review, and audit engagements
  • Develop strong proficiency in all computer applications that are routinely used
  • Become knowledgeable about accounting pronouncements
  • Understand and complies with the firm’s policies and procedures
  • Progress professionally by working toward passing the CPA exam

You Have

 

  • Bachelors (BA/BS) degree in Accounting, Finance, Math, Economics or Accounting Information Systems.
  • Master’s Degree experience is a plus, but not required. 
  • Strong computer skills, attention to detail, time management and excellent communication skills.
  • Relevant work experience in your field a plus 

Compensation Details

The base salary range targeted for this role is $65,000 - $68,000 annually. This salary range represents BerryDunn’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. If an applicant possesses experience, education, or other qualifications in excess of the minimum requirements for this posting, that applicant is encouraged to apply and a final salary range may then be based on those additional qualifications; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, amount of travel, and other relevant business considerations.

BerryDunn Benefits & Culture

Our people are what make BerryDunn special, and in return we strive to support our employees and help them thrive. Eligible employees have access to benefits that go beyond what’s expected to support their physical, mental, career, social, and financial well-being. Visit our website for a complete list of benefits and a look into our culture: Experience BerryDunn.

 

About BerryDunn

BerryDunn is a leading national professional services firm providing assurance, tax, and consulting services to businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the US and its territories. Since 1974, we have been a client-centered, people-first firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm has been recognized for its efforts in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture, and for its focus on learning, development, and well-being. Learn more at berrydunn.com.

 

We will ensure that individuals are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or perform essential job functions. Please contact careers@berrydunn.com to request an accommodation.

 

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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