Accounting Technician

State of Montana; Montana; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave & holidays

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Montana State Hospital, Warm Springs, seeks an Accounting Technician to maintain resident funds under a cashless system, recording all receipts, deposits and withdrawals, issuing checks, and preparing monthly statements. The role supports accurate routine accounting for canteen, payroll entries, and retail cash handling.

Join a state agency focused on public health services, with a robust benefits package and a clear career path within the Department of Public Health & Human Services.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of GAAP and state procedures.
• Strong recordkeeping and filing abilities.
• Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate resident fund accounts under cashless system.
• Record all receipts, deposits and withdrawals for each resident account.
• Issue checks for residents and prepare monthly statements.
• Maintain cash drawer and balance receipts for canteen/boutique.
• Enter resident payroll data and reconcile accounting records.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title:

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as an Accounting Technician at the Montana State Hospital.

TheMontana State Hospital (MSH)in Warm Springs provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with serious mental illness. MSH is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana that serves people admitted from communities across the state.

The Accounting Technician is repsponsible for maintaining an accurate and detailed account of resident funds which are on deposit with the institution under a cashless system. Responsibilities include recording all receipts, deposits, and withdrawals for each individual account, issuing checks on behalf of residents, preparing monthly statements, maintaining cash drawer, entering resident employee payroll, and balancing and maintaining accounting of receipts for the canteen and boutique.

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 (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), 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 principles and practices including Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and knowledge of state procedures.

Working knowledge of office practices and procedures, recordkeeping, and filing.

Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable.

Ability to pay attention to detail, multi-task and prioritize work.

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

High school diploma or equivalent.

2 years of accounting experience.

2 years of data entry and computer experience.

Previous banking experience preferred.

Typing and data entry skills tests will be given

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: $

22.07 - 22.07 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

Warm Springs Agency : Department of Public Health & Human Services Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Oct 22, 2026, 4:01:34 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Nov 6, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Resume

Contact Name : Kathleen Tarkalson | 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.