Accounting Technician

Munro Footwear Group; Deer Lodge (MT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Corrections in Deer Lodge, MT is seeking an Accounting Technician to manage accounting for Montana Correctional Enterprises. You will coordinate revenue and vendor payments, supervise inmate accounting clerks, and work closely with staff to ensure accurate financial operations.

The role requires 2 years of related education in accounting or finance and 3–4 years of work experience, with alternative combinations considered.

Qualifications

• 2 years job-related college or vocational training in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance.
• 3 to 4 years of job-related work experience.
• Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• The MCE Accounting Technician performs accounting responsibilities for all Programs and subprograms within MCE. Accuracy and timeliness of both revenue and payments to vendors are imperative to the continued economic viability and therefore the continuance of the Division and programs.
• In coordination with other MCE accounting and administration staff, the MCE Accounting Technician helps to coordinate the daily activities of the accounting office.
• This position trains, supervises, and evaluates the inmate accounting clerks in the MCE accounting office.

Education

2 years college or vocational training in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance

3 to 4 years of job-related work experience

Job description

Position Title:

ACCOUNTING TECHNICIAN
MONTANA CORRECTIONAL ENTERPRISES
DEER LODGE, MT

The Montana Department of Corrections (DOC) is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in your community, the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you!

Montana Correctional Enterprises (MCE) lies at the heart of the Montana Department of Corrections’ Programs and Rehabilitations Division. Employees work closely with inmate workers, teaching job skills along with the work ethic for which Big Sky Country is known. Whether it’s by herding cattle, working under the hood of a vehicle, crafting custom log furniture, or welding, the men and women involved in MCE programs while incarcerated leave prison knowing their future is as bright as they choose to make it.

The Accounting Technician performs accounting responsibilities for all Programs and subprograms within MCE. Accuracy and timeliness of both revenue and payments to vendors are imperative to the continued economic viability and therefore the continuance of the Division and programs. In coordination with other MCE accounting and administration staff, the MCE Accounting Technician helps to coordinate the daily activities of the accounting office. This position trains, supervises, and evaluates the inmate accounting clerks in the MCE accounting office.

QUALIFICATIONS

The knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

• 2 years job-related college or vocational training in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
• 3 to 4 years of job-related work experience.

Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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.

The Department of Corrections participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.

NOTICES

Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) - Any person who has 1) engaged in sexual abuse in a prison, jail, lockup, community confinement facility, juvenile facility, or other institution; 2) been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or 3) been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in activity as described in the latter, are not qualified for this position.

Tobacco Free - The use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes is prohibited in Department of Corrections buildings. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is prohibited.

Salary

$ 23.94 - 23.94 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible 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

Deer Lodge Agency : Department of Corrections Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Aug 25, 2026, 5:41:14 PM

Closing Date

Sep 14, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Contact

Contact Name : Macee Larkins | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.