Accountant 1 - Part time with benefits!

The Accountant 1 position supports grant processes through maintaining accurate financial records, including processing invoices, tracking expenses, and reconciling accounts.

• Part-time with flexible working hours of 9am-3pm, Monday-Thursday.
• There will be a required minimum of 20 hours per week.
• This position would be eligible for health care benefits.
• Salary: $ 25.00 - 27.00 Hourly
• The DOJ recruiter will send you the official link to apply!
• Please submit a resume/cover letter.

The role also includes preparing monthly financial reports to assist in budget and expenditure tracking.

The accountant may support audits by providing necessary documentation and responding to queries from management or external auditors. The position does not supervise other staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and procedures of governmental accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge of state and federal policies and laws.
• Ability to use and learn automated accounting and financial software.
• Ability to plan, organize, gather information, and conduct research.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using excel, word processing, database, email, internet, and other computer programs.

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting.
• Other combinations of education or experience may be substituted.

Preferred Qualifications:

• State of Montana Statewide Accounting, Budgeting, and Human Resources Systems (SABHRS)

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• Criminal History Fingerprint Check
• Driving History

HOW TO APPLY:

• To be considered for this position, you must attach a resume and cover letter at the time of application.
• Tip: When attaching your resume, you must mark the attachment as a “Relevant File”.
• RESUME: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

Fabulous State of Montana benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage (dependent coverage)
• Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) plan choices - Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution
• Additional 457b Deferred Compensation plan.
• Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays
• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

Closing Date (based on your computer's time zone): Sep 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM