Budget Analyst - Fiscal Liaison
About The Position
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Budget Analyst – Fiscal Liaison. This role is responsible for facilitating the implementation and providing oversight of fiscal plans and program objectives related to state and federal budget projections. The position provides guidance to programs for state and federal grant/project obligation and management, contract management, and program execution support. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. It reports to the Fiscal Liaison & Support Section Supervisor and does not supervise others. The Fiscal Liaison & Support Section is located in the Helena, MT office. This position will be expected to work in office at least 3 days a week, with 2 days a week being optional remote work days.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
- 1 year of accounting, budget, or related financial experience (for Level 2.1).
- 2 years of accounting, budget, or related financial experience (for Level 2.2).
- Knowledge of the concepts, principles, practices, and requirements relative to government finance, accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, and auditing.
- Ability to conduct, apply, and translate research and analysis of relevant data into viable recommendations and support materials for decision makers.
- Effective communication skills when formulating and presenting required information or recommendations to program areas.
- Must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire.
Nice To Haves
- Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as 4 years of related experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Facilitating the implementation and providing oversight of fiscal plans and program objectives related to state and federal budget projections.
- Providing guidance to programs for state and federal grant/project obligation and management.
- Providing guidance for contract management.
- Providing program execution support.
Benefits
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
