Accounting Technician 2

Water Resources Office; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Department of Environmental Quality in Helena is seeking an Accounting Technician to support financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and contract and grant administration. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and compliance within a collaborative team.

The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to high-quality customer service and financial support.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in accounting, business, or related field.
• At least one year of accounting experience.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Process, track, and maintain financial transactions and records.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of financial processes in compliance with agency policies.

Skills

Accounting

Attention to detail

Customer service

Education

Associate degree in accounting, business, or related field

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Position Title:

The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Technician to join the Financial Services Bureau team. This position plays a key role in supporting the agency's financial operations by providing accounting and administrative services in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and contract and grant administration.

Using a variety of financial systems and automated tools, the Accounting Technician will process, track, and maintain financial transactions and records that support agency programs and operations. This position is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timely completion of financial processes while maintaining compliance with applicable policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and financial support in a collaborative team environment.

Effective February 23, 2026, this agency 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/.

Minimum Requirements

• Associate degree in accounting, business, or related field.
• One year of accounting or other applicable experience.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

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

In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position.

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: $24.64 - 27.67 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

Agency : Department of Environmental Quality

Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Oct 20, 2026, 6:00:00 AM

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

Required Application Materials

Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Information

Contact Name : Tiffany Daley | 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.