Budget Analyst Supervisor

State of Montana • Helena, MT

17d

About The Position

This position administers and supervises the Budget Analysis and Grant Accounting section of the Finance Division. It monitors and controls professional accounting, budgeting, and fiscal grant-management services for federal grants and governmental budgets. The role establishes SABHRS accounting structures, develops internal accounting systems and financial controls, conducts budget reviews and grant management, distributes funds to subrecipients, and monitors subgrantees for compliance with federal requirements and grant provisions. It also provides technical assistance and training to subrecipients, supervises three grant accountants and three budget analysts, and ensures the unit’s work complies with applicable policies, rules, and regulations. Program budgets involve complex federal regulations and provisions that may change frequently and vary between programs.

Applicants must reside in Montana. A complete job description is available by contacting [email protected]. The initial review of applications is November 6, 2026. Applicants are asked to submit a resume with employment dates and supervisor contact information; veterans’ or disability-preference documentation may also be submitted. The position is in the PERS retirement system.

Requirements

• Two years of accounting experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field; other combinations of education and experience may be considered case by case.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, practices, and methods.
• Knowledge of state personnel policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of SABHRS and state accounting policy.
• Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques, including hiring, discipline, performance appraisals, and developing work plans, goals, and objectives.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve financial recording and reporting problems and accurately interpret fiscal and accounting records.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work congenially with diverse professional, technical, and clerical staff at varying technical levels.
• Good listening and questioning skills.
• Ability to demonstrate appropriate precision to complete projects or execute job responsibilities successfully.
• Ability to stay focused amid deadlines and challenging or uncertain situations.
• Must reside in Montana.

Responsibilities

• Administer and supervise the Budget Analysis and Grant Accounting section of the Finance Division.
• Monitor and control accounting, budgeting, and fiscal grant-management services for federal grants and governmental budgets.
• Establish SABHRS accounting structures and develop internal accounting systems and controls for financial operations, budget reviews, and grant management.
• Distribute funds to subrecipients.
• Conduct fiscal monitoring of subgrantees to ensure compliance with federal laws, rules, regulations, and individual grant provisions.
• Provide technical assistance and training to subrecipients.
• Supervise three grant accountants and three budget analysts.
• Ensure unit work complies with applicable policies, rules, and regulations.

Benefits

• Work/life balance.
• Family-friendly workplace.
• Dedicated and caring colleagues.
• Health coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Paid vacation and sick leave, and holidays (a combination of up to 38 per year).
• Opportunities and room for professional growth.
• Employment with the State of Montana may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

What This Job Offers

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