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State of Montana Payroll/Benefit Technician in Helena, Montana
Why live in Helena, Montana? · Helena is surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains and is tucked below the Continental Divide. · It is a relatively quiet place to call home where small-town living collides with outdoor adventure. · Helena has a rich history and was originally founded as a gold camp during the Montana gold rush. · Learn more about moving to and/or living in Helena, Montanahere.* *Why should you keep reading and consider working here? We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships, built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be the best you can be and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed. (You can learn more about ushere.) TheTeachers’ Retirement System(TRS) serves active and retired teachers and educators in the State of Montana. Its primary purpose is to administer their pension plan, which includes (but is not limited to) payment of retirement benefits, collection of member contributions and enrollment of new members. What is this career opportunity? We are looking for adedicated individual with excellent customer service skills that is interested in payroll/benefits to join our team! This position is responsible for assisting in the retired payroll process which encompasses two complete payroll processes per month for over 15,000 benefit recipients. You would be a point of contact for retired TRS members, answering payroll and benefit change related questions as well as determining eligibility of beneficiaries for continuing benefits upon notification of the death of a member. _Qualifications___ Education and Experience: / / · High school diploma or the equivalent; and · Three years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping, data processing, or applicable; or · Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. * * Competencies: /Knowledge of:/ · Reconciling, balancing, entering mathematical computations; · Computerized accounting systems. /Ability to:/ · Communicate at an advanced level both verbal and in writing; · Provide effective and professional customer service; · Identify and resolve problems effectively; · Operate a personal computer and general office equipment including Microsoft Office Suite; · Plan, organize, gather information and conduct research; · Demonstrate a strong attention to detail; · Establish and maintain effective working relationships; · Determine priorities in a changing environment and adjust workload accordingly to manage competing priorities. Does this sound like you? Please tell us how and why by submitting yourresume,cover letter, and three professional business references. /(Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)/ What can you expect from us in return for your hard work? Ø Lookhereto see the additional benefits! They include: o Work/life Balance o Health Coverage o Retirement plans o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays o And more… Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) –Employmentwith the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Lookhereto learn more and see if you may qualify!* * * * * *Other important information to be aware of. · Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application. Title: Payroll/Benefit Technician * Location: *Helena Requisition ID: 24141724