Accounting Clerk II (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health in Bozeman, MT seeks an Accounting Clerk 2 to support daily deposits, journal entries, reconciliations, and treasury back-up. The role also serves as payroll back-up and backfills for accounting tasks, requiring accuracy and confidentiality.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with 2 years bookkeeping experience (or 1 year with an associate degree). Strong communication, organization, and ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Two years of bookkeeping / accounting experience if education level is High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year of bookkeeping / accounting experience if education level is Associate degree in Accounting.

Responsibilities

• Deposit processing.
• Month-end journal entries and reconciliations.
• Payroll back-up.
• Treasury back-up.
• Other assigned projects and duties to support the Finance department.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate degree in Accounting

Job description

The Accounting Clerk 2 supports accounting entry, reconciling, and process activities within the Finance department. The main responsibilities include but are not limited to processing daily deposits, monthly journal entries and account reconciling, assisting treasury reconciliations, mail sorting and occasional invoice entry. This position will also serve as the back-up for Payroll.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Two (2) years of bookkeeping / accounting experience if education level is High School diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of bookkeeping / accounting experience if education level is Associate degree in Accounting

Preferred

• Three (3) years of bookkeeping / accounting experience

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must maintain timely completion of all required education, trainings, and certifications as assigned and in accordance with Bozeman Health policies, department-specific requirements, applicable certification program and registry requirements, and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Deposit processing
• Month-end Journal entry and reconciliation support
• Payroll back-up
• Treasury back-up
• Other assigned projects and duties to support the Finance department
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment
• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork.

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

Lifting (Rarely – 30 pounds): Exerting force occasionally and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people. Sitting (Continuously): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Standing (Occasionally): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain. Walking (Occasionally): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination. Climbing (Rarely): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms. Twisting/Bending/Stooping (Occasionally): Twisting, bending, and stooping require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints. Reaching Above Shoulder Level (Occasionally): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability. Pushing/Pulling (Occasionally): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward. Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling. Vision (Continuously): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials. Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow. Exposures (Rarely): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.

• Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.