Accountant 1 (04975)

State of Montana; East Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) in Helena is seeking an Accountant within the Business and Financial Services Division. The role involves financial analysis, GAAP-compliant accounting, and federal reporting to ensure proper cash control and funding use.

Partial telework within Montana may be available with supervisor approval. The department offers comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, holidays, work-life balance, and PSLF

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance required.
• One year of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Knowledge of GAAP and ability to interpret financial data.

Responsibilities

• Financial analysis and accounting by reviewing reports to identify unusual account balances.
• Federal reporting responsibilities.
• Cash controls analysis to maximize federal funds; draw procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial data interpretation

Data analysis from reports

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance

Job description

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov.

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Business and Financial Services Division in Helena.

This position serves as an Accountant and is responsible for: Financial analysis and accounting by reviewing various reports and queries to identify unusual account balances that would indicate accounting errors or potential funding concerns; Federal reporting; Cash control that includes analyzing draw methods and procedures to ensure the department is maximizing federal funds; and Other duties as assigned.

Why Join DPHHS

Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana’s comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

Qualifications for this Career Opportunity

• Knowledge of accounting systems including the ability to analyze and interpret data from various reports and information maintained by the system.
• Ability to interpret financial data and formulate solutions/recommendations to resolve issues.
• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Meet minimum qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance.
• One year of relevant professional accounting experience.
• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.