UPP Global is calling on Southern Maine's next generation of movers and shakers in the corporate finance field! We are presently recruiting new staff, including an organized, energetic, and dynamic person to become our Accounts Receivable Clerk. (Staff Accountant)

This is a highly desirable position for a budding financial professional at the beginning of their career, or an experienced professional already well-versed in accounting duties at the associate level.

Founded in Portland, Maine ten years ago and currently active in 8 East Coast states, UPP Global is recognized nationally as one of the fastest growing companies in the parking management sector.

• This position will be working out of our office in Portland, ME 100% of the time.
• Hourly pay rate ranges from $21.50 to $24.00 - and will be based on experience, skills and education.
• Experience in an accounts receivable role preferred but not required.

Job functions summary:

The AR Staff Accountant will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer, develop and maintain relationships with clients and departmental counterparts at vendor firms, agencies, and other external interested parties. The AR Accountant will collaborate, receive guidance, and assist coworkers in the department by sharing financial reports, general ledger maintenance, or reconciliations. Successful candidates will be strong self-starters, possess a comfort level in a fast-paced office, and able to adapt to new job setting and responsibilities without a supportive training program.

Primary Duties:

• Review month-end financials and make journal entries as necessary
• Utilize analytical skills to collect pertinent information necessary to prepare, reconcile and analyze financial statements and reports.
• Export revenue from multiple sources and import into accounting software
• Assemble monthly summary packages for assigned properties
• Balance and reconcile accounts, prepare journal entries or adjustments to accounts as needed
• Assist with preparation of year-end tax accounting and external auditing
• Perform accounts receivables processes including invoice preparation
• Work with Controller and Accounting Manager to resolve accounting issues and discrepancies
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail when reviewing posting reports, bank statements, and preparing detailed financial and statistical reports.
• Flexibility to deal with frequent interruptions and changing workloads due to rapid company growth.

Other Responsibilities:

• Review contracts/order forms, perform research and conclude on accounting treatment in accordance with U.S. GAAP and the Company's revenue policy.
• Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, and balance sheet and income statement fluxes as part of month-end close activities.
• Create and maintain up-to-date desktop procedures and manuals.
• Assist in internal and external financial audits including preparation of PBCs/supporting schedules and providing timely response to audit questions.
• Draft business requirements and perform user acceptance testing in support of various business initiatives aimed at improving the revenue accounting cycle.
• Own and validate all required data entry for daily, weekly, and monthly reports used for monitoring performance against budget and forecast. Ensure that the necessary reports are maintained and systematically analyzed.

Qualifications & Skills Required/Preferred:

• Degree in accounting or similar field; Relevant experience in lieu of completed degree will be considered for the right candidate.
• Parking Management or Hospitality industry experience a plus.
• Proficiency in common business applications such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Quickbooks, Paris etc.; experience in using Salesforce or other ERPs a plus.
• Must have posess a strong attention to detail be comfortable working with numbers and handling large amount of data.
• Must have a keen interest in understanding how finance systems and processes are connected and how those can be improved.
• Must be able to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively with various levels of management.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage competing and evolving priorities.

Benefits:

All of our employees accrue paid time off beginning on their first shift. In addition, employees working 30 hrs. or more each week are eligible for our benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid life, AD&D, STD & LTD insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay
• Retirement savings with company match up to 6%
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Reimbursement
• PayActive*

*PayActiv provides on-demand instant access to YOUR EARNED WAGES as a benefit through your employer. It is NOT A LOAN, has NO HIDDEN FEES, and DOESN’T NEED A CREDIT CHECK. Access the money you have earned before payday. All employees are eligible!

UPP is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) that encourages applicants who are Protected Veterans of The U.S. Armed Forces, Individuals with Disabilities, Women, and Minorities to apply. (EEO/M/F/V/D).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.50 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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