The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Business and Financial Services Division / Business Operations Section/Accounts Receivable This Business Operations Section is responsible for overseeing all department procurement processes; accounting for all incoming client, customer and provider payments; developing and maintaining the department accounts receivable (AR) system; developing and maintaining the department inventory control system; updating and reconciling the asset management system; updating and reconciling the entity wide ledger. * * Why Join DPHHS * * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. TheState of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. / / Qualifications for this Career Opportunity * * · Accurately applies general standards and requirements to specific accounting treatment issues. · Evaluates multiple and ambiguous factors to resolve issues. Develops and implements appropriate courses of action in response to opportunities and impediments. · Ability to maintain high standards despite pressing deadlines, establish high standards and measures. · Ability to act in accordance with established guidelines and follow standard procedures in crisis situations. · Ability to apply systems thinking to generate solutions and focus on the process rather than isolated events. · Ability to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgement and a realistic understanding of issues. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business or Finance. o 1-2 years of job-related work experience. o Combination of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume * References Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy. This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024. *Title: *Accountant 1 Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141390