Budget Analyst

State of Montana•Helena, MT

17h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Budget Analyst. This position is responsible for conducting budget development, implementation and monitoring tasks, as well as providing financial and program analyses and reporting for multiple programs within the department. Responsible for developing and implementing fiscal policies and systems, rate development, position management and conducting research. Provide professional financial assistance and reporting to other budget analysts, program management, and accounting staff for budgetary functions and related activities. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. This position reports to the State Appropriations Section Supervisor and does not supervise others. For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [email protected] . Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: · 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 For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website\: https\[\]://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values Required Application Materials: · A resume detailing your qualifications and work history. · A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position. Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field required for all levels. Alternative combinations of related experience and education may be considered. Such as 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
Level 1\: 1 year of related experience.
Level 2\: 2 years of related experience in accounting, budgeting, or a related field.
Knowledge of state accounting and budgeting requirements.
Ability to formulate recommendations based on analysis of financial transactions.
Ability to build effective working relationships with a variety of internal programs and internal customers.
The successful candidate 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.

Responsibilities

Conducting budget development, implementation and monitoring tasks
Providing financial and program analyses and reporting for multiple programs within the department
Developing and implementing fiscal policies and systems, rate development, position management and conducting research
Provide professional financial assistance and reporting to other budget analysts, program management, and accounting staff for budgetary functions and related activities

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