Accounting Technician 2

To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov.

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Business and Financial Services.

It is the mission of the Business & Financial Services Division to provide professional services in operational area critical to the efficient and effective management of the Department. Accounts Payable unit, within the Business and Financial services Bureau, is responsible for processing payments to employees, vendors, clients of the Department of Public Health & Human Services (DPHHS) and other State agencies.

This position is responsible for 1) Auditing and approving travel vouchers; 2) creating journals and vouchers; 3) auditing and reviewing all types of payment invoices; 4) assisting with Fiscal Year end procedures; 5) resolving problems and correcting errors; 6) researching unusual transactions; 7) coding payment in ARMS and 8) warrant cancellations.

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, sick leave, and holidays, 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

• Must be able to independently research issues and find solutions to uncommon problems

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written including communication techniques and methods to deal with hostile customers.

• Skill in verifying the accuracy of data before it is entered (attention to detail).

• Translate complex accounting principles and practices.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Knowledge of mathematical computations.

• Ability to retrieve SABHRS & Subsystem data and compile into reports.

• Ability to provide effective and professional customer service.

• Ability to perform without a routine, to be able to react to agency or contractor immediate needs.

• Ability to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, maintaining them over time.

• Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using word processing, database, email, internet and other computer programs.

• Intermediate to advanced use of excel and financial related spreadsheets.

• Meet minimum qualifications:

• Associated degree in Accounting, Business, or related field.

• Two years of job-related experience such as accounting, business, math or related experience.

• Experience working with accounting software preferred.

• Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to Apply

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Resume

• References

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.

Additional Information

This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.