[Building a Stronger Montana] Note: Employees for the State of Montana must reside within Montana. All applications and required application documents must be submitted through the MT Careers site at:https://mtstatejobs.taleo.net/careersection/200/jobdetail.ftl?job=25141657&tz=GMT-06:00&tzname=America/Denver MISSION STATEMENT: Empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity. DLI CORE VALUES: Responsiveness Respect Integrity Excellence Cohesiveness It's about the people and the impact we make in our communities every day. We are proud of our open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative work environments. Learn more about DLI here. Watch this short video to see why people love working for DLI:DLI Employee Testimonials BENEFITS: Being able to enjoy the quality of life in the beautiful state of Montana is one of the benefits you will love about this opportunity! Our mountains, waterways and open spaces provide not only beautiful scenery but year-round recreational opportunities including hiking, camping, biking, fishing, boating, hunting, skiing and snowmobiling. Montana boasts a high-quality education system and a variety of entertainment including fairs, rodeos, and theaters. Read more about our great statehere. See our other incredible benefitshere. These are some of our benefits just to name a few: Work/life balance with hybrid schedules or partial telework may be available within the state of Montana. 38 paid days off a year including vacation, sick leave and holidays. Military leave: You'll get up to 15 days of military leave with full pay. Longevity raises with continuous service, as well as any negotiated market increases and state statutory raises. Health, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, EAP - click hereto learn more. Free telehealth and access to free employee medical clinics through our medical plan - clickhereto learn more. Choice between two retirement plans with an employer contribution between 8.73% - 9.07% of your annual salary. A third optional 457(b) deferred compensation plan is also available. - Clickhereto learn more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness- Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive loan forgiveness- click hereto learn more! Career progression, training opportunities and room for professional growth. State employee discounts at various businesses across the state. This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective on July 1, 2026. This position may be covered by a Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association (VEBA) JOB DUTIES: We are looking for a dynamic person with the supervisory experience and strong leadership skills necessary to lead. As an Accounting Supervisor you will: Lead Accounting Technicians and Payroll. Ensure compliance with GAAP and GASB. Direct, determine, and manage accounting staff, training, resources, and equipment needs for financial operations. Ensure compliance with personnel rules, regulations, and policies. Responsible for the oversite of accounts receivable and accounts payable. Manage travel and procard expense reports in the new SABHRS Travel and Expense system. Review various reports and queries to identify errors. Recommend solutions and perform corrections when necessary. Oversee the bi-weekly payroll processing to ensure accuracy and timeliness. Investigate errors and recommend solutions. Identify trends, discrepancies, and process improvement opportunities. Support Accounting Bureau Chief with day-to-day operations. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills or abilities: Knowledge of (or ability to learn in a reasonable amount of time): Principles and practices of governmental accounting. Research and analysis practices. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; Governmental Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Reporting requirements. Reconciliation and system testing methods and practices. Performance management and coaching. Payroll processing and payroll tax compliance at the state and federal levels. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), IRS payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Strong understanding of Montana Codes Annotated (MCA) related to payroll. Familiarity with governmental accounting standards and payroll-related journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. Skill in: Decision Making - Identify, understand, and predict issues, problems, and opportunities. Communication - Clearly convey and receive information and ideas in a timely manner through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience, helps them understand and retain the message, and permits response and mechanisms to accomplish internal and external communication. Planning and organization - Set priorities, allocate resources. Identify and assess innovative alternatives. Understand priority setting is dynamic and recognize at any given time what is the highest priority. Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Advanced spreadsheet and analytical accounting. Train staff in accounting and payroll functions. Ability to: Manage Conflict - Must be able to deal effectively with others in difficult situations. Use appropriate interpersonal styles or methods to reduce conflict. Recognize different viewpoints and allow others to express their views. Remain professional and objective. Acquire and maintain technical/professional expertise required to manage program effectively. Actively support continuous learning and keep abreast of new developments. Work in a fast-paced environment. Foster collaborations and provide effective leadership to staff. Operate personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, include using spreadsheets, word processing, database, email, internet, and other computer programs. Learn quickly and independently. Be proficient in enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems such as SABHRS or similar platforms, with the ability to analyze system reports and identify discrepancies. Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify payroll errors, investigate root causes, and implement effective solutions. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidates with a strong mix of the attributes listed in the above Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) are desired. Candidates may demonstrate competency in the KSAs through experience, formal education (including certificates, credentials, or degree-based programs), or a combination of both. Any combination of equivalent experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered. The required knowledge, skills and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of directly related experience and education equivalent to seven years. Equivalent combinations include a bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and three years of directly related experience. /Preference:/ Two years of supervisory experience in accounting or financial operations. State of Montana accounting experience. HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY: A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the resume, cover letter or other required documents at time of application to be considered for this position. Resume will auto fill the application, but the application will not be scored or reviewed. Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process. Tip:When attaching your resume, cover letter or other required documents you must mark the attachments as "RELEVANT" or we will be unable to view your documents. Required application materials: Cover Letter- In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position. * Resume- include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties, dates of employment. Only online applications will be accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application. All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. You will receive an application confirmation email with instructions on acceptable preference documents and how to submit such documents. If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. Title: Accounting Supervisor Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25141657
