Accounting Technician

IdahoPTV; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The State Accounting Office (SAO) within the Idaho Military Division seeks a qualified analyst to provide analysis, validation, reconciliation, and processing of accounting transactions related to obligations and disbursements for the IMD.

The role emphasizes knowledge of accounting methods, systems, and accounts payable, with emphasis on accuracy, compliance, and customer service. This is a temporary appointment/backfill with potential conversion to permanent status.

Qualifications

• Describe knowledge of a broad range of accounting methods, procedures, and techniques and ability to implement to ensure expenditures follow budget and proper accounting structure.
• Describe knowledge of relationships in accounting systems, fund sources, agencies, and guidelines to review and reconcile financial transactions.
• Describe skill in providing thorough customer service using accounting knowledge.
• Describe ability to use automated accounting systems and software such as Excel and query reporting programs.
• Describe knowledge of accounts payable duties to examine and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Accounting methods

Accounting systems

Customer service

Automated accounting tools

Accounts payable

Tools

Excel

Query reporting programs

Job description

Posted 7 days ago | Apply before October 7, 2026

Description

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 26-95-N
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all applicants
TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary Appointment/Deployment Backfill (Not to exceed 5 years), potential to convert to permanent status without further competition.

YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE (attach as a supporting document in Luma):

• Military Division Mandatory Questions
• Mandatory Requirements
• Mandatory Experience (KSAs)
• If required - Attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, training certificates, professional licenses, certifications or registrations

* Luma does not allowedits after submitting your application

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: 26-95-N
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to all applicants
TYPE OF POSITION: Temporary Appointment/Deployment Backfill (Not to exceed 5 years), potential to convert to permanent status without further competition.

YOUR APPLICATION PACKET MUST INCLUDE (attach as a supporting document in Luma):

• Military Division Mandatory Questions
• Mandatory Requirements
• Mandatory Experience (KSAs)
• If required - Attach copies of educational diplomas, transcripts, training certificates, professional licenses, certifications or registrations

* Luma does not allowedits after submitting your application

** Your application will be considered INCOMPLETE, if MQ, MR, and KSA questions are not provided.

SUMMARY: This position is assigned to the State Accounting Office (SAO), functioning within the Idaho Military Division (IMD). The primary purpose of this position is to provide analysis, validation, reconciliation, and processing of accounting transactions involving the full range of accounting services associated with obligations and disbursements for the IMD.

MILITARY DIVISION MANDATORY QUESTIONS (attach as a supporting document in Luma):

(1) Except for minor traffic offenses, have you ever entered a plea of guilty, no contest, or had a withheld judgment to a felony offense? If YES, please explain on a separate paper and attach it to your application.

(2) Do you certify that I am a U.S. citizen, permanent resident or a Foreign National with authorization to work in the United States?

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS (attach as a supporting document in Luma):

(1) Must have and maintain a valid and unrestricted state issued driver’s license (from any state). Provide your driver’s license number, issuing state, license expiration date, and the full name specified on the license. (Do not provide a copy of your driver’s license.)

(2) Must have, or be eligible to obtain and maintain a favorable NACI/T1 Federal Background Investigation. If a selected candidate does not have a current favorable NACI/T1, as a condition of employment he/she must submit to the investigation process immediately upon hire/appointment. (At a minimum, a favorable suitability determination by the State Security Manager or OPM is required prior to appointment into this position.)

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Must have 18 months’ of experience performing work related to the knowledge requirements below. Submit a paragraph for each knowledge requirement below that demonstrates the required experience and describes competence in applying the knowledge. Attach responses as a supporting document in Luma. Education and training may be used to offset experience.

TRAINEE APPLICANTS: Applicants who cannot meet the minimum requirements for the full grade may apply as a Trainee. Trainee applicants must submit information for the mandatory requirements above and submit a response to each of the knowledge requirements describing their experience (if any) and their aptitude or ability to gain these knowledges. Indicate at the top of your application that you would like consideration as a Trainee. All applications for Trainee positions will be accepted, but IMD does not guarantee that Trainee applicants will receive an interview if a sufficient number of fully qualified applicants is received.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

1. (1) Describe your knowledge of a broad range of accounting methods, procedures, and techniques and your ability to implement knowledge to ensure that expenditures comply with authorized budget amounts, administrative restrictions, and proper accounting structure.
2. (2) Describe your knowledge of relationships in accounting systems, fund sources, agencies, and guidelines to accurately review financial transactions and how you apply that knowledge to resolve problems of varying difficulty to reconcile financial transactions.
3. (3) Describe your skill in using accounting and agency knowledge to provide thorough and efficient customer service.
4. (4) Describe your skill and ability to use automated accounting and reporting systems, automated accounting equipment, and common software applications such as Excel and query reporting programs.
5. (5) Describe your knowledge of accounts payable duties to examine accounts, trace transactions, identify sources of discrepancy, and provide guidance to resolve/adjust accounts.

Benefits

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, pleasevisit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html .

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail] .

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.