FISH & WILDLIFE RESEARCH INSTITUTE

Office Associate II

Augusta, Maine · Mid · Contract

H1B sponsorship available$18k-$26kDetected 7 days ago

RESTFinancial AnalysisAccountingExcelHRCustomer SupportResearchLeadershipCommunicationTime Management

About the role

Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State. .
Are you an experienced accounting professional who is detail oriented and enjoys independent work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment?
Do you enjoy working collaboratively utilizing the latest Microsoft analytical tools?

This position will support the Department's mission by helping us ensure timely and accurate processing of cash receipt transactions, which is the basis for and contributes to the integrity of state and federal reporting.

Proven examples where initiative and attention to detail contributed to operational process improvements.
Strong time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines are essential.
Outstanding customer service skills coupled with a strong work ethic and ability to excel while working with multiple stakeholders to achieve common goals.
A proven ability to data enter a considerable number of transactions yielding a high level of accuracy.
Do you possess a high degree of initiative?
An ability to be flexible and adjust to business needs while balancing multiple tasks and priorities. Strong time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines are essential.
Outstanding customer service skills coupled with a strong work ethic and ability to excel while working with multiple stakeholders to achieve common goals. Teamwork is critical for success in this position.

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.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness.
Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

The DHHS Financial Service Center is responsible for program accounting, cash management and revenue/expenditure controls for the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
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 ($12,845.82 - $15,112.76 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 ($395.72 annual value).
Retirement Plan - The State contributes the equivalent of 14.11% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent.
All employees who are welcoming a child-including non-birthing and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave.
Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

Working with internal and external customers to appropriately deposit funds and identify opportunities to improve/ standardize process.
Excellent communication skills, extraordinary attention to detail and the ability to foster interpersonal relationships with internal and external customers.

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

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