Accountant Jobs in Montana

An Accountant is a vital figure in the accounting industry, responsible for preparing, analyzing, and verifying financial documents to provide accurate data for individuals and businesses. Key duties include preparing tax returns, auditing accounts, and producing financial reports, along with consulting on various aspects of business performance, such as costs, revenues, and investments. Accountants also ensure compliance with financial laws and regulations and assist in decision-making processes by providing financial information and recommendations.

Skills required for this role include strong numerical and analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication, and a high level of integrity. A key requirement for becoming an Accountant is a Bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field, but many employers prefer candidates with a Master's degree and/or professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA). Before becoming an Accountant, a person may serve in roles such as Accounting Assistant, Bookkeeper, or Audit Clerk, which provide valuable hands-on experience in the field.

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Health Department Accountant

  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 1 day ago

The rate of pay for this position is $25.33 per hour.The Health Department is seeking an ACCOUNTANT to join their team....

Office Manager/Accountant

  • Helena, MT
  • 2 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 2 days ago

We're looking for a talented Office Manager/ Accountant to join our team!...

Sr Accountant Fixed Assets

  • Helena, MT
  • 3 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 3 days ago

**Requirements:** + Supports and is responsible for the month-end close process for corporate accounting areas of responsibility and reporting, including journal entry preparation and review, reconciliation...

Senior Staff Accountant - Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 4 days ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 4 days ago

**What You'll Do** Under limited supervision, the staff accountant assists the Finance Department in performing multiple duties related to the accounting functions of the organization within established...

Senior Accountant

  • Helena, MT
  • 5 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 5 days ago

**You Will:** + Prepare/upload journal entries for balance sheet and expense accounts + Prepare and maintain monthly balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring that all reconciling items are valid and...

Staff Accountant 3

  • Helena, MT
  • 5 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 5 days ago

Public Consulting Group LLC (PCG) is a leading public sector solutions implementation and operations improvement firm that partners with health, education, and human services agencies to improve...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Helena, MT
  • 5 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 5 days ago

entries, and providing the backup support. + Prepare unbilled accounts receivable and deferred revenue accounting entries and reconciliations to ensure compliance with U.S....

Accountant I

  • Helena, MT
  • 7 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 7 days ago

Prepare and post monthly journal entries. Prepare monthly key metric reporting and back up files. Prepare monthly deliverables to Corporate....

Accountant

  • Missoula, MT
  • 8 days ago
  • Missoula, MT
  • 8 days ago

Assist in maintaining capital assets records; may provide backup and support for various duties performed by senior accountant positions....

Accountant II / Fixed Asset Accountant

  • Butte, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Butte, MT
  • 11 days ago

General Statement of Duties / Distinguishing Features of the Class This position assists senior accounting and budgeting staff in managing and reporting the financial activities of the City-County...

Accountant 1 (66002)

  • Helena, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 11 days ago

The Accountant 1 is responsible for accounting and administrative processes including GL, AP, and AR, pro card transactions, accounting discrepancies, reconciling statements and accounting functions...

Entry-Level Accountant

  • Bozeman, MT
  • 11 days ago
  • Bozeman, MT
  • 11 days ago

Prepare financial statements Perform branch audit evaluations Assemble bank reconciliation and account schedule Prepare journal entries, expense accruals and allocations Participate in a timely and...

Accountant/Bookkeeper

  • Kalispell, MT
  • 15 days ago
  • Kalispell, MT
  • 15 days ago

Accountant/Bookkeeper CompanyExpress Employment Professionals LocationKalispell, MT Date Posted03/29/2025 Description Express Employment Professionals is seeking an organized Bookkeeper/Accountant for...

Accountant II

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 15 days ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 15 days ago

At the Great Falls Clinic Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing high quality care and exceptional service to our patients. Here you will find excellent nurse to patient ratios. This allows us...

Senior Revenue Accountant

  • Helena, MT
  • 18 days ago
  • Helena, MT
  • 18 days ago

Datavant Senior Revenue Accountant in Helena , Montana Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange....

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Salary for Accountant Jobs in Montana

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Highest Education Level

Accountants in Montana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.5%
Master's Degree
28.1%
Associate's Degree
6.9%
High School or GED
4.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%


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