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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Our services impactEVERY Montanan!
MISSION STATEMENT
To be the nations 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 Directors 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.
What We Can Offer You
The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health dental and vision care; life insurance; and long-term disability. The State currently contributes $12648/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.
Visit the Health Care and Benefits Division for more information at In addition to employee benefits there are a wide range of advancement opportunities throughout the Department of Revenue.
DUTIES
Job Overview:
This position resides in the Directors Office Division of Department of Revenue. Duties include management of the departments 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***
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
You would be a great fit for this position if you:
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
REMOTE/TELEWORK: This position may be eligible to work from an approved worksite within the state of Montana. This position would be required to report to the Department of Revenue office assigned by the supervisor. Employees must meet and sustain Department of Revenue telework eligibility requirements and supervisors approval to participate in the DOR Telework Program.
Training Assignment:This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
To be considered for any DOR position applicants must complete and submit their application online and upload any required documents. DOR is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
***This is an incomplete list of job duties. For a complete job description please contact Human Resources. (or )
(All computer systems and tax guidelines will be trained on the job.)
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS
Please submit the following application material:
Resume Cover letter
Complete state application
Submissions incomplete or missing relevant materials will not be reviewed or considered.
Applicant Pool Statement:If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months the same applicant pool may be used for the selection.
Successful applicants are required to successfully pass DOR tax and background check(s).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Accountant I
The minimum level neededon the first dayof work is
- Bachelors degree in accounting business administration finance or a directly related field
- 0-2 years of job-related work experience withprogressively 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 neededon the first dayof work is
- Bachelors degree in accounting business administration finance or a directly related field.
- 2 years of job-related work experience withprogressive responsibility and experience in accounting and fiscal/budget management.
- Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis.
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.
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
About Company
The Montana Department of Labor & Industry wants to help both employees and employers to be happy on the job. We take seriously our mission to promote and protect the well-being of Montana's workers, employers and citizens, and to uphold their rights and responsibilities. Our agenc ... View more
