Staff Accountant
 Kleinschmidt Associates | |
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition assistance, 401(k)
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 United States, Maine, Pittsfield | |
| 141 Main Street (Show on map) | |
 Jun 24, 2026 | |
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Kleinschmidt has a full-time opening for a Staff Accountant to handle multiple deadline-oriented tasks in a fast-paced environment. This position is open to any location. Our flexibility and core value of relationships allow us to offer employees the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment including working from the office and remotely. Salary: $33.65-39.90/hour (based on experience) Who You Are An experienced professional with a bachelor's degree in accounting and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Certified Public Accountant certification is preferred. Knowledgeable: Experience with project accounting, invoicing, accounts payable, fixed assets, personal property tax returns, sales/use tax filings, general ledger/month end close, and records management. Advanced proficiency with accounting and payroll software (Vantagepoint, ADP Workforce Now) and Microsoft Office Suite is strongly preferred. Experience with researching GAAP/IRS/CRA laws and regulations a plus. Relationship-focused: Ability to interface well with all levels of staff in a fast-paced team environment. Ability to execute instruction from professional staff, managers, and executives through effective prioritization, coordination of resources, and logistics. Interpersonal & Organizational Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication skills and solid mathematics ability. Ability to problem solve and provide solutions. Ability to use resources and to make sound judgments. Additional Requirements
About the Position As a Staff Accountant, you will be accountable for multiple deadline-oriented tasks including, but not limited to project accounting, invoicing, month end reconciliations, and accounts payable. The candidate will also help with year-end audits, tax return preparation, and tax reporting (monthly, quarterly, and annual) for four companies. Discover Your Future at Kleinschmidt At Kleinschmidt, we combine engineering expertise, regulatory know-how, and scientific skills to tackle the most challenging projects in renewable energy, water resources, and the natural environment. With 60 years of experience, we stand out as one of North America's premier employee-owned consulting firms specializing in hydropower. Our team thrives on passion and engagement, continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity. At Kleinschmidt, you'll find a vibrant community of professionals eager to share knowledge and help you achieve your career goals. We place technical excellence at the core of what we do, fostering an environment that prioritizes continuous learning and professional development. Join us and turn your potential into impactful solutions that define the future of our planet. Our Process Kleinschmidt strives to provide a great candidate experience. After careful review of resumes, we will notify those we are interested in interviewing. We may ask for more details with an initial screening. Our process normally involves two interviews. The top candidate will then be asked to provide 2-3 references and offered a benefits call, a unique step in our process where we describe our full benefits package. The final step is an offer sent via email. Benefits
Kleinschmidt is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. It is our company policy and culture to provide equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender status, disability status, national origin, veteran status, and all other dimensions of diversity. | |