Accounting Assistant - Healthcare

Overview

Berry Dunn is seeking a qualified full‑time Accounting Assistant to join our Healthcare Practice Group. The role provides support to service teams across a range of industries, handling confidential information discreetly and professionally. You will demonstrate strong organizational skills, detail orientation, and the ability to prioritize daily work while working independently and in a team. This position is based in Portland, ME, to support client work serviced from this location.

• Provide accounting support including planning, basic preparation of financial statements and general journal entries.
• Proof and assist with preparation of client deliverables.
• Interact with clients to manage the flow of requested information.
• Execute consulting and assurance tasks (training will be provided).
• Serve as an “in‑the‑office” resource for remote and traveling team members.

• Associate’s degree or Bachelor’s degree.
• Working knowledge of the general ledger, basic financial statements, and adjusting entries.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to stay ahead of projects and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

The hourly rate for this role is $27.00‑$32.00 per hour. This rate range represents Berry Dunn’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Candidates with experience, education, or qualifications above the minimum requirements are encouraged to apply; a final rate may be based on those additional qualifications and will consider factors such as years of experience, depth of experience, seniority, merit, education, training, travel, and other considerations.

Our people are what make Berry Dunn special. Eligible employees have access to benefits that support physical, mental, career, social, and financial well‑being. View the complete list of benefits and our culture on our website.

We will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process or perform essential job functions. Contact  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.

Berry Dunn is the brand name under which Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC and BDMP Assurance, LLP provide professional services. Since 1974, Berry Dunn has helped businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies throughout the United States and territories to solve their greatest challenges. The firm’s tax, advisory, and consulting services are provided by Berry, Dunn, McNeil & Parker, LLC, and its attest services by BDMP Assurance, LLP, a licensed CPA firm.

Berry Dunn is a client‑centered, people‑first professional services firm with a mission to empower the meaningful growth of our people, clients, and communities. Led by CEO Sarah Belliveau, the firm is recognized for its diverse and inclusive workplace culture and focus on learning, development, and well‑being.