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Director of Accounting
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- $110,000 - $125,000 a year
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- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
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- Disability insurance
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The Swanson Group —Westbrook, ME
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- Health insurance
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Avangrid —Portland, ME
- $171,000 - $214,000 a year
- CPA
- Office
- Master's degree
- Dental insurance
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Director of Accounting

Portland Public Schools, Maine -
Portland, ME

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Job Details

Full-time
$110,000 - $125,000 a year

Qualifications

Management
Supervising experience
Managing accounting teams

Full Job Description

JobID: 5470

Position Type:
CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION

Date Posted:
5/18/2026

Location:
Central Office

TITLE: Director of Accounting

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Reporting to the Senior Director of Finance, the Director of Accounting manages the accounting function of Portland Public schools including ensuring accuracy and reconciliation of all general ledger accounts, financial reports and compliance with all Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards Boards (GASB) standards.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Monitors expenditures and revenues, and performs monthly budget analyses, budget to actual comparisons, and projections of revenue and expenditures, including salaries and benefits, for the balance of the year and quantifies all budget variances
Establish and monitor procedures which ensure timely and accurate reconciliations and efficient month, quarter, and year end close processes
Prepares the filing of all financial reports for review by the Senior Director of Finance
Review and approve all journal entries and budget amendments
Reviews transactions for compliance with policy
Performs a variety of pre-audit tasks; cooperates with auditors and provides information to them as directed
Provides information essential to the preparation, administration and control of the budget to the Senior Director of Finance
Reviews and maintains the chart of accounts structure for all funds
Acts as liaison between City Finance and School Department on account reconciliation issues
Working with the accounts, ensures timely posting and proper accounting of payroll transactions and regular reconciliation of all payroll accounts
Responds to questions or requests for information pertaining to the budget
Reports to the Senior Director of Finance on the accounting affairs of Portland Public Schools and recommends changes and improvements as needed
Supervision, coaching and development, and annual evaluation of two accountant positions

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Considerable knowledge of accounting and expenditure control systems and procedures
Knowledge of GAAP and GASB accounting standards
Ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret complex financial data and evaluate accounting problems
Prioritize work and meet various deadlines as necessary
Research, organize and present reports with appropriate recommendations
Maintains confidentiality in all district matters
Excellent customer service skills with the ability to proactively establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CREDENTIALS:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in an accounting position, including the supervision of personnel.
Experience in government accounting is preferred.
Maine State CHRC authorization is required (cost is $70.00 - more info here)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Schedule: Full Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)
Location: This position is ideally based in Portland, but we are open to discussing hybrid or remote work options for highly qualified applicants who can work within Eastern Standard Time (EST).
Assignment: Permanent
Overtime: Not eligible for overtime
Salary range: $110,000-$125,000
Contract: Non-bargaining
Benefits: Eligible for a generous benefits package as outlined here

Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

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