Accountant 2

State of Montana•Helena, MT

29d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Board of Crime Control's (MBCC) mission is to proactively contribute to public safety, crime prevention and victim assistance through planning, policy development and coordination of the justice system in partnership with citizens, government and communities in Montana. In support of this mission, MBCC is comprised of twenty-three dedicated employees possessing a shared vision of public service for Montana's most vulnerable citizens. This Accountant 2 position serves as a Grant Accountant and manages 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. If you want to join a small state agency with a positive work culture built on a shared desire to serve citizens of Montana, don't hesitate to apply!

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field plus relevant 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.
Ability to operate a personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using excel, word processing, database, email, internet, and other computer programs.
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 team.
Able to adapt and learn - especially in evolving project-driven contexts.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Advanced use of excel 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, 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.

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