Accountant

State of Montana • Helena, MT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

MTHS has an opening for a full-time Accountant 2. This position works as a member of the accounting team and is responsible for accounting functions across the agency’s multiple funding types, will oversee major accounting and reporting functions and will analyze accounting data to assess and improve the agency’s financial operations. The ideal candidate is motivated, energetic, loves being part of a team and is excited about being a part of the Montana Historical Society. Function: Under the direction of the Fiscal Officer, this position is responsible for accounting for MTHS’ multiple enterprise, governmental, federal grant, and private fund activities. Among other tasks, the ability to exercise sound accounting judgment, be detail oriented, have great time management skills, along with a welcoming and friendly attitude, is important to this position. Other: The Accountant 2 will work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday. Come join us at the MTHS where we work together to share Montana’s stories and inspire exploration!

Requirements

• Knowledge of accounting theory, principles, and practices
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite products
• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective time management and organizing skills
• Outstanding Excel skills
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to accurately perform accounting tasks
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a 5-person accounting team
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Two years of accounting experience

Nice To Haves

• Two years of governmental accounting experience

Responsibilities

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting and budget-related statements, reports, and supporting documents.
• Classify, record, and report financial operations by applying the theories of and principles of accounting.
• Identify, research, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Analyze, allocate, and monitor expenditures and revenues.
• Assist with the development of accounting procedures.
• Maintain accounting ledgers, journals, registers, etc.
• Reconcile statements with records and accounting transactions.
• Prepare financial records in accordance with GAAP, statutory or federal requirements and the State’s accounting policies.
• Responsible for accounting functions for multiple funding types.
• Oversees two or more major accounting and report functions.
• Analyze accounting data to assess and improve the agency’s financial operations.
• Prepare, maintain, and report grants.
• Ensure compliance with conditions of grants by monitoring and analyzing agreements, contracts, expenses, and activities.
• Prepare financial and audit reports of grants and contracts.
• Obtain and analyze project costs.
• Advise individuals by interpreting federal and state government regulations.
• Review audit reports from federal, state, county or local units to identify noncompliance findings or other concerns.
• Prepare budget justifications, budgets revisions, and projected funding levels for federal grants.

Benefits

• The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.
• State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
• Montana Historical Society is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification.

What This Job Offers

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