Join Missoula County in making a meaningful impact, where your work supports our vibrant community, promotes public service, and contributes to a better future for all.
Job Description:
RATE OF PAY: $29.93 per hour
DEPARTMENT: Health Administration
JOB STATUS: Regular, Full time
BARGAINING UNIT: MFPE-Local 8512
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled. Priority screening will occur on Friday, November 13, 2026. We will continue to accept and review applications until an adequate applicant pool is received or the position has been filled.
TO APPLY: Please complete the online application with your education and work history. Please reach out to the Department of Human Resources if you need assistance applying.
DEFINITION: The Financial Specialist performs a variety of accounting and financial support functions for the local health department. This position is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing financial transactions, supporting grant administration, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and agency policies.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Performs financial oversight regarding general ledger duties, accounts payable and receivable, grant fund management, check write-offs, credit card permissions and accounting, reconciliations, deposits, general voucher entries, invoicing, claims and purchase orders, chart of accounts maintenance, and fixed asset depreciation schedule. Prepares and analyzes monthly, quarterly and fiscal year financial statements. Uses and maintains a variety of financial software applications for budget development and tracking, accounts payable and receivable, grant activity, and capital projects. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with City and County Budget and Finance staff to ensure that MPH financial information is received, submitted, and reconciled in a timely and accurate manner. Monitors grant, contract, and special project receipts and expenditures to ensure compliance. Monitors grants, contracts, and special projects to ensure compliance with all financial requirements. Submits financial grant reports to grant funder and oversight agencies. Prepares quarterly reports on grant financials and contract invoices/drawdowns and submits to County Finance and Auditor. Troubleshoots grant and contract reimbursement issues. Assists in the preparation of reports or financial summaries for grants, contracts, and special projects. Receive and prepare refunds for individual clients and 3rd party payers.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field; bachelor's degree preferred.
Two years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or governmental financial operations. Experience with grant accounting or public sector finance is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status and communicable disease testing for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safety of any person. Requires CPR certification. Requires a current MT driver’s license. BACKGROUND CHECK: This position is subject to a background check
PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS: The work is primarily in an office setting. May require occasional lifting in the light range (up to 20 lbs.) May require occasional travel, locally and out of town to conferences.
Additional Job Description:
Complete job description available upon request to the Department of Human Resources.
As a Missoula County employee, you will be a part of a team that is committed to positively impacting the community.
Missoula County is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or military status
Skills Required
- Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field
- Two years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, or governmental financial operations
- CPR certification
- Current Montana driver's license
- Successful background check
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience with grant accounting or public sector finance
What We Do
Missoula County is a general-powers local government serving residents across Missoula County, Montana. Governed by a Board of County Commissioners, it provides local government services and manages essential programs including elections, licenses, emergency response, law enforcement, courts, public health, behavioral health, and community safety. Its mission is to deliver quality public service while protecting and enhancing the well-being of local people, communities, and environment.
