MPH Accountant

Missoula County • Missoula, MT • 9h ago

MPH AccountantSalary$28.49 HourlyLocation Missoula, MTJob TypeRegular Full-time, 40 hours/weekJob Number202500099DepartmentMissoula Public Health AdministrationOpening Date07/10/2025Bargaining UnitMFPE - Local 8512Work SiteMissoula County Health DepartmentScheduling/Hours of WorkFull TimeDefinitionThis is a full-time opportunity with many benefits! As a Missoula County employee, you will be part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community. The rate of pay for this position is $28.49 per hour. The Missoula Public Health Department is seeking an ACCOUNTANT to join their team. This position performs comprehensive accounting duties and provides lead direction for all accounting activities within the Missoula City-County Health Department (Missoula Public Health or MPH). Details: We will be reviewing applications weekly until an adequate applicant pool is obtained or the position is filled. To Apply: Please complete all sections of the online application, even if a resume is requested/submitted. Please include with a complete application the following attachments: College transcripts (unofficial copies accepted), a letter of interest, and a resume. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.Representative Examples of WorkOversees the financial activity for MPH. Implements internal controls to ensure department's conformance with established County policies and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Performs financial oversight regarding general ledger duties, accounts payable and receivable, grant fund management, check write-offs, credit card permissions and accounting, reconciliations, deposits, general voucher entries, invoicing, claims and purchase orders, chart of accounts maintenance, and fixed asset depreciation schedule. Develops financial policies and protocols in coordination with County Budget and Finance, the Chief Health Officer (CHO), and the Director of Health Administration. Compiles and analyzes financial data to develop fiscal year budgets. Monitors and projects budget performance including fund balances, cost and revenue trends, and cash flow. Ensures accurate budget coding. Develops and enters budget amendments, enhancements, transfers, and corrections. Prepares midyear budget projections. Assists the CHO in preparing financial summaries, charts, and reports for distribution and presentations on the budget and other financial projects. Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly and fiscal year financial statements. Uses and maintains a variety of financial software applications for budget development and tracking, accounts payable and receivable, grant activity, and capital projects. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with City and County Budget and Finance staff to ensure that MPH financial information is received, submitted, and reconciled in a timely and accurate manner. Proactively communicates information, policies, and requirements to all MPH staff in a professional and understandable manner. Occasionally communicates directly with elected officials, Health Board membership, department heads, countywide agencies, and the public. Researches and identifies procedural changes and efficiency improvements related to assigned duties, transparency of operations, and effective communication of financial reports. Creates new grant, contract, and special project accounts. Reviews all proposed contacts for accuracy and compliance with financial policies and procedures. Monitors grant, contract, and special project receipts and expenditures to ensure compliance. Monitors grants, contracts, and special projects to ensure compliance with all financial requirements. Submits financial grant reports to grant funder and oversight agencies. Prepares quarterly reports on grant financials and contract invoices/drawdowns and submits to County Finance and Auditor. Troubleshoots grant and contract reimbur

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