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The Public Service Commission (PSC) seeks a dedicated accounting technician to assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, fiscal year end duties, and biweekly payroll processing and safety committee work including human resources assistance. The successful candidate will join our team of highly motivated staff who collaborate on interesting, meaningful, and critical work. Together we strive to meet our agency's goal of providing extraordinary service to the citizens of Montana. Responsibilities: • Creates and reconciles legal notice invoices and communicates with vendors. • Reviews and tracks financial documents, pay invoices, and enters journals as initiated or requested. • Enters travel claims in SABHRS following state and agency policies and ensures accurate documentation. • Maintains and tracks financial documents including invoices, receipts, and other records. • Prepares monthly travel report for dissemination to leadership. • Assists or leads bi-weekly payroll processes, including timesheet review, report reconciliations, and payroll verification approval. • Answers travel or payroll questions and responds to vendors’ inquiries. • Reviews accounting data for errors and prepares correction/adjustment journals. • Assists and processes fiscal year end duties. • Supports the Financial Accounting Analyst with preparation of bank deposit documentation. • Assists with fiscal note preparation and research and prepares financial data reports. • Assists with HR record keeping and document retention according to MT state schedules and assists with job postings. • Provides front desk coverage as needed. • Participates with and leads Safety Team meetings when requested, takes minutes, and records attendees. • Takes safety supply inventory and submits orders for safety items and checks monthly fire extinguishers for proper pressurization. Required Application Materials: A completed Montana state application and resume. Benefits Provided: On the first day of employment, employees and eligible dependents receive health coverage with medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions including free health care provided by the Montana Health Care Center. Wellness programs, life insurance, and retirement plan choices are offered. New employees also receive prorated 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and paid holidays including a floating holiday. Flexible schedules may be considered as work/life balance is healthy and encouraged. The Montana Department of Public Service Regulation (DPSR) is a small state agency with a big impact. We are headed by 5 elected commissioners (the Commission) representing every region of beautiful Montana. Commonly referred to as the Public Service Commission (PSC), our agency is staffed by a team of approximately 33 professionals in the Legal, Regulatory, and Centralized Services Divisions. The PSC is responsible for supervising monopolistic industries within Montana to ensure fair prices, responsible business practices, and sustainable, reliable service for the Montana customers who rely upon them. Regulated industries currently include privately held power, water, sewer, telecommunications, sanitation, and certain commercial transportation providers. The PSC also plays a vital role in railway and pipeline safety. The agency has a clear and well-defined strategic plan to enhance our operations, work environment, and value to the public. Our team includes seasoned leaders with expertise and institutional knowledge coupled with newly elected commissioners with innovative ideas for the agency. Employees enjoy a personable work environment. Staff members are encouraged to cross-train with other positions, providing an opportunity for diversified professional experiences and advancement. The PSC provides ample parking in a private parking lot immediately adjacent to our ground-floor office space, and the building is conveniently located between two of Helena’s least congested thoroughfares -- making the drive, walk or ride to work quick and easy. Competencies: • Knowledge of state bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial record keeping. • Knowledge and direct experience with SABHRS financials and state government accounting procedures. • General knowledge of human resources and state and federal employment laws preferred. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Strong interpersonal skills, customer service, and problem-solving skills. • Microsoft Office Suite, Word, and proficiency with Excel spreadsheets. • Strong attention to detail, organization, time management, and accuracy in all aspects of responsibilities. • Ability to learn and adhere to state and federal hiring laws and regulations. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. • Ability to collaborate with others on special projects and initiatives as needed. • Ability to learn SABHRS HR system. ** Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience) • Associate’s degree in accounting, business, or related field OR two years of related accounting experience to substitute for the degree. • One year of state government accounting technician experience. • Expertise with SABHRS is highly preferred. • Previous experience supporting HR functions is desired but not required. • Alternate qualifications may be considered. **Title:** *Accounting Technician - 2* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25141061*