Accountant 1 (04975)

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plans

Paid leave & holidays

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services in Helena is seeking an Accountant 1 to perform financial analysis and accounting, review reports to spot anomalies, handle federal reporting, and oversee cash controls to maximize federal funds.

The role offers full-time state employment with benefits including healthcare, retirement plans, paid leave, and potential partial telework within Montana. Join a public service-focused team and contribute to Montana's health programs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of accounting systems and ability to analyze data from reports.
• Ability to interpret financial data and propose solutions.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance.

Responsibilities

• Perform financial analysis and accounting by reviewing reports to identify unusual balances or potential funding concerns.
• Handle federal reporting responsibilities.
• Manage cash controls and analyze draw methods to maximize federal funds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Accounting systems knowledge

Interpret financial data

GAAP knowledge

1 year accounting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance

Job description

Job Description - Accountant 1 (04975) (26142225)

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).
• 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.

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.

Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary

$27.38 - 27.38 Hourly

Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Posting Date

Sep 2, 2026, 3:37:37 PM

Closing Date

Sep 16, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

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