Montana Department of Transportation
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Accountant. This position is responsible for ensuring accounting treatment is recorded in accordance with GAAP, maintaining accurate and reliable financial statements, and establishing and maintaining internal controls. It conducts financial monitoring to ensure cost efficiency and compliance within the Department’s accounting, budgeting, and fiscal bureaus. It assists with maintaining the database of MDT assets, ensures state compliance with complex federal regulations, and establishes goals, objectives, and priorities for all accounting functions. It provides technical assistance to division/district financial contacts, budget analysts, and project management to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures. This position is part of a career ladder with advancement opportunities and reports to the Accounting Management Section Supervisor. It does not supervise others.
For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at agereg@mt.gov.
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
1 year of related accounting experience.
Alternative combinations of related experience or education may be considered: an associate’s degree in accounting and 3 years of related accounting experience; or 5 years of related accounting experience.
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.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Ability to use an advanced and functional knowledge of the financial reporting structure and related accounting systems for assigned program(s).
High proficiency in utilizing Excel to complete work.
Required Application Materials
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana.
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For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at agereg@mt.gov.
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Required Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
1 year of related accounting experience.
Alternative combinations of related experience or education may be considered: an associate’s degree in accounting and 3 years of related accounting experience; or 5 years of related accounting experience.
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.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of governmental accounting principles and practices, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Ability to use an advanced and functional knowledge of the financial reporting structure and related accounting systems for assigned program(s).
High proficiency in utilizing Excel to complete work.
Required Application Materials
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
Other Information The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana.
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