Accountant 2

State of Montana • Helena, MT

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This Accountant 2 position serves as a Grant Accountant and manages the financial aspect of a variety of grants including federal grants from the U.S. Dept. of Justice, U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, state special revenue, and private foundations. Duties include setting up financial structure for grants; reviews audits of grantees for federal and state fiscal compliance with state and federal regulations including but not limited to 2 CFR 200, Cash Management Improvement Act (CMIA), GAAP, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and various contract requirements, prepares grant budgets and special reports; analyzes accounting records, prepares financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards, summarizes reports for submittal to the Board for recommendation of approval or denial of grant fund requests. Provides professional-level analysis of financial information and prepares professional-level financial reports to determine or maintain a record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities. This position works closely with the Program staff and accompany them on monitoring trips.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting plus 2 years of relevant accounting experience is preferred, but equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices and procedures of governmental accounting and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Knowledge or ability to learn state and federal policies and laws.
• Ability to use and learn automated accounting and financial software.
• Ability to plan, organize, gather information and conduct research.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems effectively.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products, strong computer skills, outstanding Excel skills.
• Effective time management and organizing skills.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and who thrives in a structured, rule-based environment.
• Comfortable with financial systems and reconciling complex project data.
• Able to communicate across disciplines (finance, program and monitoring, data collection) with clarity and professionalism.
• Self-motivated and collaborative — someone who can take ownership but also work as part of a 6-person accounting team and collaborate with our Program Team.
• Able to adapt and learn — especially in evolving project-driven contexts.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SABHRS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• setting up financial structure for grants
• reviews audits of grantees for federal and state fiscal compliance with state and federal regulations including but not limited to 2 CFR 200, Cash Management Improvement Act (CMIA), GAAP, Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and various contract requirements
• prepares grant budgets and special reports
• analyzes accounting records, prepares financial statements, and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
• summarizes reports for submittal to the Board for recommendation of approval or denial of grant fund requests
• Provides professional-level analysis of financial information and prepares professional-level financial reports to determine or maintain a record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities

Benefits

• Robust Benefits from Day One — Health, dental, vision, life insurance, and wellness programs.
• Retirement & Financial Security — State employees can access trusted retirement plans and benefit from the stability of government employment.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility — State employment often qualifies you for PSLF.
• Work-Life Balance & Leave — Generous accruals for sick leave, annual leave, and paid holidays.
• Flexibility — Accountants may work from home part-time (2 days per week), balancing productivity with personal needs. (New employees will be required to work in office full time during the training period and telework schedule must be approved by the supervisor).
• Career Development — Training and opportunities to grow your skills and impact.
• Community & Pride — Work with purpose knowing your efforts support Montana’s safety and provide help for the most vulnerable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level