Accountant 1 (21110)

State of Montana • Helena, MT • 8h ago

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 Division in Helena. The Accounts Payable (AP) section processes over 800,000 payments to approximately more than 70,000 clients and vendors in addition to processing all employee and non-employee travel for the entire agency. The section also provides internal controls and financial monitoring to ensure compliance with all state and federal accounting policies and guidelines. This position is responsible for processing a variety of payments; many of which are high dollar Medicaid and hospital payments. The person in this position is responsible for maintaining control of accounting records and reports that are complex in nature and involve a variety of funding techniques and controls. This position utilizes accounting theory and financial auditing practices, State statues, the SABHRS system, several accounting subsystems (including but not limited to CAPS, MMIS, SFSL, OPTUM, MAE, and AWACS), regulations and statues related to the programs and functions of the section. 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. TheState 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 Knowledge of governmental accounting and financial reporting principles. Skill in analytical and interpretive thinking skills, research, and evaluations. Ability to analyze large accounting systems and interpret data from various reports and information maintained by the system. Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or a related field. o Three to four years of job-related work experience. o Combination of education and experiences will 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. Cover Letter 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. This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. Title: *Accountant 1 (21110) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25141913

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