Accountant 1 or 2

State of Montana•Helena, MT

2d•Remote

About The Position

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's 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. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Accountant I The minimum level needed on the first day of work is Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a directly related field 0-2 years of job-related work experience with progressively responsible experience in accounting, fiscal and/or budget management. Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis. Accountant II The minimum level needed on the first day of work is Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a directly related field. 2+ years of job-related work experience with progressive responsibility and experience in accounting and fiscal/budget management. Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis. Our services impact EVERY Montanan! MISSION STATEMENT To be the nation's most citizen oriented, efficiently administered, state tax agency. The Montana Department of Revenue administers almost 40 state taxes, property appraisals, liquor laws, and unclaimed property for the state of Montana. The Director's Office Division provides support for the Director and department employees relating to tax policy, legal, human resources, training, communications, taxpayer assistance, dispute resolution, call center, accounting, budgeting, asset management, and facilities and purchasing. Job Overview: This position resides in the Director's Office Division of Department of Revenue . Duties include management of the department’s accounting and fiscal systems and activities. The Accountant is responsible for revenue collection and distribution; providing professional support for agency operations in compliance with regulations and accounting standards; establishing, evaluating, and maintaining accounting systems to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of department business transactions and financial reporting activities; and preparing, monitoring, and analyzing the department approved budgets to ensure agency fiscal requirements are met and comply with executive and legislative intent and applicable statutes and regulations. The position does not supervise other staff. This is a Helena based position (All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)

Requirements

Knowledge of: Concepts and theories of governmental accounting and budgeting
Fiscal management with an emphasis on government and fiduciary accounting
Internal department systems GenTax, SABHRS, and Internet Budget and Reporting System (IBARS)
Applicable state laws, policies, and procedures
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB)
Skills in: Research and analysis
Accuracy and attention to detail
Conflict resolution & customer service
Microsoft programs and other database applications
Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication
Demonstrate self-motivation
Follow instructions
Provide timely customer service
Mentor and coach others
Problem solve and make decisions
Understand how to identify, measure, improve, and act upon system performance
Exercise discretion and judgement
Handle multiple priorities under deadlines
Accountant I The minimum level needed on the first day of work is Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a directly related field 0-2 years of job-related work experience with progressively responsible experience in accounting, fiscal and/or budget management. Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Accountant II The minimum level needed on the first day of work is Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a directly related field. 2+ years of job-related work experience with progressive responsibility and experience in accounting and fiscal/budget management. Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Responsibilities

management of the department’s accounting and fiscal systems and activities
revenue collection and distribution
providing professional support for agency operations in compliance with regulations and accounting standards
establishing, evaluating, and maintaining accounting systems to ensure the accurate and efficient processing of department business transactions and financial reporting activities
preparing, monitoring, and analyzing the department approved budgets to ensure agency fiscal requirements are met and comply with executive and legislative intent and applicable statutes and regulations

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision care
life insurance
long-term disability
The State currently contributes $12,648/year toward these benefits
Free health care for employees and eligible family member at Montana Health Centers
Employee Assistance Benefits including counseling, legal assistance, well-being coaching, financial information, which are free resources
Retirement plans- The State currently contributes 9.17 %, vested after 5 years of continuous employment
Paid vacation- starting at 15 days a year
Sick leave- 12 days a year
11 holidays, including a floating holiday, which can be used any time
Flexible hours
Eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program