Accounting Technician
About The Position
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Accounting Technician. This position performs accounting technician duties by reviewing federal tax returns for agricultural fuel tax refund eligibility and entering fuel tax returns into the appropriate system. Responsible for the accurate processing of cash, checks, taxpayer information, and refunds under department internal controls. Assists with various mail distribution duties. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position reports to the Revenue Administration Supervisor and 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 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 For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values
Requirements
- 1 year of related office experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to effectively organize workload.
- Ability to understand rules, regulations, laws, policies, and procedures and apply them appropriately.
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with customers.
- 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.”
- The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
- Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records.
- Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
Responsibilities
- reviewing federal tax returns for agricultural fuel tax refund eligibility
- entering fuel tax returns into the appropriate system
- processing of cash, checks, taxpayer information, and refunds under department internal controls
- assists with various mail distribution duties
Benefits
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
