State of Montana · 3 weeks ago
Budget & Accounting Analyst
Helena, MT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$80K/yr - $89K/yr
5+ years expState of Montana is seeking a Budget & Accounting Analyst within the Legislative Services Division’s Financial Office. This role is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the Montana Legislative Branch’s biennial budget and related financial functions, including performing complex professional accounting duties and conducting financial analysis.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Preparing budget reports
Reconciling accounts
Evaluating program expenditures
Supporting fiscal note development
Advising on budgetary policy
Qualification
Required
Substantial knowledge of state budgeting and accounting systems, including budget development and the legislative appropriations process
Substantial knowledge of state Branch fiscal practices and procedures
Substantial knowledge of accounting theory and principles
General knowledge of payroll and personnel control systems
General knowledge of the laws governing state accounting
General knowledge of fiscal management practices
Ability to plan and organize work and evaluate results and alternative strategies
Ability to implement and follow sound management practices
Ability to act as team leader
Ability to quickly and accurately analyze complicated information and make sound judgments
Ability to analyze accounting and other problems and find solutions
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to establish effective working relationships
Ability to learn, apply, and communicate policies and procedures
Ability to communicate and perform effectively and diplomatically with personal contacts
Ability to be flexible and adapt to change
Ability to use computers, including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and adapt to changes in technology
Typically acquired through a bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field, combined with at least 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant financial, budget, or accounting experience
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered, provided it demonstrates mastery of the required skills and competencies
Benefits
Health Insurance
Paid Leave & Holidays
Retirement Plan
Company
State of Montana
State of Montana has a desire to cultivate a workforce consistently able to respond to challenges facing Montana.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Adam L. Carpenter, MBA, MSIS
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