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Applications and additional forms available at:

• Cascade County Human Resources Dept
• www.cascadecountymt.gov
• Job Service

Submit all application materials to:

Cascade County Human Resources Department

325 2nd Ave N #108

Great Falls, MT 59401

Position: Deputy Auditor

Salary: $19.33 per hour

Schedule: Full-time with Benefits

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Department: Clerk and Recorder’s Office

Department Administrator: Sandra Merchant

At a minimum, all qualified applicants must have:

Education/Experience/Training:

• High School Diploma, GED or HSE and 2 years of experience in accounts payable and bookkeeping preferred.

Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License issued by the State of Montana

JOB SUMMARY

The Deputy Auditor for the Cascade County Clerk & Recorder’s Office audits financial transactions of all Cascade County Offices and Departments and performs other related duties as assigned or required to support the Clerk & Recorder’s Office operational needs.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Audits the accuracy and proper recording of all County Office and Department financial transactions; Audits claims for payments from County Offices and Departments to ensure proper approval, supporting documentation and lack of prior payment; Audits and approves appropriate payroll and claim warrants as assigned; Maintains all 1099 records and reports required to provide this information to the IRS annually; Notifies all County Offices and Departments of changes in per diem rates, including changes in travel, lodging, and/or mileage rates; Counts vaults for limited County Departments annually or more often as appropriate; Maintains all vendor files; Assists in departmental audits, reviewing accounting and bookkeeping records, procedures, and practices for accuracy and propriety; Researches and answers inquiries from County Offices and Departments; Responsible for all credit card audits; Reviews, audits, and approves Travel Authorization Requests for all county staff prior to travel, including documentation relating to registrations, airfare, lodging, meals per diem, mileage and any other expenses in accordance with county policy, state statutes and Internal Revenue regulations. Audits Employee Expense Vouchers for routine travel and pre-authorized trips after travel has been completed; Assumes duties of Registrar and Vitals Clerk with daily work in Vital Records Department; Preserve the confidentiality of sensitive financial documents; Attend meetings, seminars and conferences as authorized by the Clerk & Recorder; Perform other work duties within the Clerk & Recorder’s Office as assigned or required.

Knowledge and understanding of: Modern office terminology, procedures, and equipment; Automated computer systems, Word, Excel, Internet & Outlook; Standard bookkeeping and auditing procedures; Confidentiality policies, procedures and rules; County policies and procedures; County safety practices.

Skills in: Interpersonal communication and customer service; Organization, time management, planning and accuracy;

Ability to: Comply with Montana Code and Oath of Office as prescribed; Communicate well, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language; Establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with other Elected Officials, Department Heads, county employees, supervisory personnel, vendors, and other agencies; Prepare accurate and reliable reports containing clear and concise explanation of findings; Operate a personal computer using standard word processing and spreadsheet applications appropriate to assigned duties; Use logical and creative thought processes to develop solutions according to written specifications and/or oral instructions; Prioritize and perform a wide variety of tasks with accuracy and speed under pressure of time-sensitive deadlines; Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology; Performs other duties as assigned or required.

The successful applicant shall serve a 6-month probationary period and will have a criminal background check conducted. The results thereof may disqualify the applicant from consideration for employment with the County.

Notice to Applicants: Applicants who are claiming Veteran’s or Handicap Preference must provide a DD-214 Discharge Document (Part 4) or DPHHS Handicap Certification and Employment Preference Form with their application for employment so Cascade County may apply the preference during the selection process.

Cascade County makes reasonable accommodations for any known disability that may interfere with the applicant’s ability to compete in the recruitment and selection process or an employee’s ability to perform the essential duties of the job. For Cascade County to consider such arrangements, the applicants must make known any needed accommodations.

CASCADE COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.33 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person