Accounting Associate IV

• Reconcile all bank deposits to Banner Finance SABHRS and the State Treasury.
• Reconcile credit card bank account.
• Reconcile revolving checking account.
• Posting Incoming Wire payments
• Sending out payments state agencies (IUJs)
• Financial Aid accounting. (Federal drawdowns monitor cash balances etc.)
• Manage and oversee parking decal and parking ticket database.
• Assist with 1098T processes - formatting testing and review
• Prepare quarterly accommodation tax report.
• Customer Service
• Other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge and experience in professional principles and practices of accounting and departmental procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement accounting procedures; analyze and interpret accounting information; identify and solve accounting problems; compile interpret review and communicate financial transactions to a variety of individuals.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple and complex tasks with the highest degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently with frequent interruptions.
• High degree of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel Word Access and Outlook.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to interface with internal and external customers daily

• Bachelors Degree in Business Accounting or related field.
• Knowledge of The State of Montana and University System policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Banner Student and/or Banner Finance.

• Cover letter addressing qualifications
• Resume
• Contact information for3 professional references.

Application Requirements

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Montana Tech is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such the University does not discriminate in the admission access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race color religion national origin ethnicity creed service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law) veteran status gender age political beliefs marital or family status pregnancy physical or mental disability genetic information gender identity gender expression or sexual orientation or support of the Universitys mission to be inclusive and diverse applications from qualified minorities women veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Montana Tech makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicants ability to compete in the hiring process or an employees ability to perform the duties of the compliance with the Montana Veterans Employment Preference Act Montana Tech provides preference in employment to veterans disabled veterans and certain eligible relatives of veterans.

Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at Montana Tech as legally required (e.g. Form I-9). Montana Tech will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring.

• Further based on the September 19 2025 Presidential Proclamation and accompanying guidance from the USCIS and Dept. of State the University may not be able to offer H-1B sponsorship. Particularly the University is not able to pay the $100000 payment accompanying new H-1B visa petitions.

Veterans Employment Preference

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Request an Accommodation

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Why Work at Tech

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science engineering and technology.

Benefits Package

In addition Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
• 11 Holidays per year
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

*Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

About Montana Tech

Montana Technological University Butte Montana is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.