Municipal Accounting Assistant - Loans & Claims Liaison

Helena, City of (MT); Helena (MT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Helena is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations under the Finance Director and Controller. You will serve as a central hub for banking, receivables, loan portfolios, and insurance claims, while assisting with records management, deposits, and vendor invoices.

In this role you will collaborate with the utility customer service team and other departments, handling confidential data with integrity and precision.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Two years experience in computerized accounting system.
• Proficient in Word and Excel; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily deposits and enter banking activity in the banking worksheet.
• Record loan receivables and update loan schedules with new/expired loans.
• Process department purchase orders and direct invoices.
• Create miscellaneous billings and support accounts payable/receivable as needed.
• Administer petty cash and assist with records retention compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Strong organization

Mathematical calculations

Record keeping

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two-year business/office certificate (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The City of Helena is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support daily financial operations under the Finance Director and Controller. You will serve as a central hub for banking, receivables, loan portfolios, and insurance claims, while assisting with records management, deposits, and vendor invoices.

In this role you will collaborate with the utility customer service team and other departments, handling confidential data with integrity and precision.