Accounting Technician

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.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

• Excellent Excel skills.

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

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

 

·         Meet minimum qualifications:

• 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  

 

How to Apply

 

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit your application on the State of Montana Careers website.

 

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

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

 

 

The Montana 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.

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.