Fiscal Manager

State of Montana • Helena, MT

14h

About The Position

The Water Quality Division Fiscal Section Supervisor works to support and implement the Department's mission to protect, sustain, and improve a clean and healthful environment to benefit present and future generations. The Fiscal Section Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations, budgets, and contracts of the Water Quality Division. This includes supporting four bureaus with various funding sources such as State Special Revenue, Federal Grants, and General Fund. The Fiscal Section Supervisor oversees division-wide fiscal operations supporting the division's programs and activities to ensure they are carried out efficiently and effectively.
At the Department of Environmental Quality, our ultimate goal is to champion a healthy environment for a thriving Montana. DEQ employees are the heart of our organization. We value the people and invest in their professional growth, promoting a culture of cross-agency collaboration as we find solutions to the environmental challenges we face. DEQ values – leadership, accountability, customer service, efficiency, excellence, and decision making – are fundamental to our work. Come be a part of the Department of Environmental Quality!
Effective February 23, 2026, this agency participates 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. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, business administration, or a related field that includes direct experience in accounting or management.
• Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible accounting or budgeting, or directly related experience.
• Demonstrated experience in leading people is required, although this may be from roles other than formal supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

• Education or experience in a related field preferred.
• Experience in government accounting and budgeting is preferred (including Statewide Accounting, Budgeting, and Human Resources System (SABHRS) and IBARS).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations, budgets, and contracts of the Water Quality Division.
• Supporting four bureaus with various funding sources such as State Special Revenue, Federal Grants, and General Fund.
• Oversees division-wide fiscal operations supporting the division's programs and activities to ensure they are carried out efficiently and effectively.

What This Job Offers

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