Compliance Accountant

A Little About Our Business

We know you have other work options, but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration (DOA). Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be your best and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed.

• (You can learn more about the DOA here.)
• What is this career opportunity?

This position is part of a small team that strives to positively impact local government success. Our role is to assist and support local government entities (LGEs) and their elected officials, board members, and employees in complying with Montana law.

This position will provide compliance assurance of the bureau’s responsibilities by performing reviews of local government financial statements and audit reports in order to ensure compliance with various state, federal and governmental accounting regulations. In addition to accounting and auditing technical experience, this position will require self-management, professional judgment, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

We are seeking an individual with a balance of accounting or financial experience and soft skills to work with the wide variety of stakeholders we serve. While it would be great if you were seasoned in governmental accounting, we are also willing to provide guidance and training to an individual with excellent soft skills and a passion for public service.

(You can learn more about Local Government Services here.)

In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework, however there will be required weekly in office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.

What are we looking for?

The ability to

• Provide exceptional customer service
• Strong communication skills (exercise discretion and diplomacy in all situations)
• Build and maintain successful working relationships
• Plan, organize, gather information, and problem solve
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and critical thinking
• Apply principles and practices of accounting and budgeting
• Conduct technical research related to accounting, reporting, and auditing
• Creation and maintenance of financial reporting tools and templates
• Analysis and review of financial reports, audits, and corrective action plans
• Provide training to small and large groups

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting. OR
• Other combinations of education and experience will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

General Knowledge of

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Generally Accepted Governmental Auditing Standards (GAGAS)

Specialized Knowledge of (we are willing to train you in these areas):

• Governmental accounting, auditing, financial statements, and budgeting
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
• Federal Office of Management and Budgets (OMB)
• Governmental accounting, auditing, financial statements, and budgeting
• State Social Security rules and regulations

Does this sound like something you would enjoy?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume, cover letter, and three professional business references. (Please Note: You do not need to complete the “work experience” or the “education & certifications” portion of the application process in our recruiting system. You only need to upload the requested documentation.)

• What can you expect from us in return for your hard work?
• Ø Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:
• o Work/life Balance
• o Health Coverage
• o Retirement plans
• o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays

o And more…

Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) – Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Look here to learn more and see if you may qualify!

Other important information to be aware of.

• This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Only online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
• The Department of Administration 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/.