Accounting Supervisor (00633)
To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at www.statecareers.mt.gov.
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Business and Financial Services Division in Helena.
Under the guidance of the Operations and Internal Support Bureau Chief of the Business and Financial Services Division, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of fiscal policies and procedures for the department’s Accounts Payable (AP) section; the paying, monitoring and analyzing of financial activities for all operating and benefit expenditures made by the department to service providers, vendors, clients, and employees (non-wage payments), including the five institutions associated with the department; the direct supervision of the AP section within the bureau; oversight of the various relationships the bureau has with fiscal staff in the other divisions within the department, the Legislative Audit Division, the Department of Administration, federal auditors and program managers, and other state agencies as they relate to the payments process.
This position is responsible for establishing and maintaining control of accounting records and reports that are complex in nature and involve a variety of funding techniques and controls. The person in this position utilizes and extensive knowledge of accounting theory and financial auditing practices, State statutes, the States budgeting and accounting system, regulations and statutes related to the programs and functions of the section.
Why Join DPHHS
Our mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health, safety, well-being, and empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.
The State 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.