Accountant, Financial Reporting, Accounting Manager

MTHS has an opening for a full-time Accountant
2. This position works as a member of the accounting team and is responsible for accounting functions across the agency’s multiple funding types, overseeing major accounting and reporting functions, and analyzing accounting data to assess and improve the agency’s financial operations.

The ideal candidate is motivated, energetic, loves being part of a team and is excited about contributing to the Montana Historical Society.

Function: Under the direction of the Fiscal Officer, this position is responsible for accounting for MTHS’ multiple enterprise, governmental, federal grant, and private fund activities. It requires sound accounting judgment, detail orientation, excellent time‑management skills, and a welcoming, friendly attitude.

Other: The Accountant 2 will work 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday.

• Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting and budget‑related statements, reports, and supporting documents.
• Classify, record, and report financial operations by applying accounting theories and principles.
• Identify, research, and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Analyze, allocate, and monitor expenditures and revenues.
• Assist with the development of accounting procedures.
• Reconcile statements with records and accounting transactions.
• Prepare financial records in accordance with GAAP, statutory or federal requirements, and the State’s accounting policies.
• Responsible for accounting functions for multiple funding types.
• Oversee two or more major accounting and reporting functions.
• Analyze accounting data to assess and improve the agency’s financial operations.
• Prepare, maintain, and report grants.
• Ensure compliance with grant conditions by monitoring and analyzing agreements, contracts, expenses, and activities.
• Prepare financial and audit reports of grants and contracts.
• Obtain and analyze project costs.
• Advise individuals by interpreting federal and state government regulations.
• Review audit reports from federal, state, county or local units to identify non‑compliance findings or other concerns.
• Prepare budget justifications, budget revisions, and projected funding levels for federal grants.

• Accounting theory, principles, and practices
• Microsoft Office suite products
• Governmental accounting

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Effective time‑management and organizing skills

• Accurately perform accounting tasks
• Work independently and as a member of a 5‑person accounting team

Bachelor’s degree in accounting.

Two years of accounting experience. Other combinations of education or experience may be considered.

Two years of governmental accounting experience.

$33.00 per hour. Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible. Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan.

1. Employee Status:
Regular.

Schedule:

Full‑Time. Job Type: Standard.

Shift: Day Job. Travel:
No. Primary

Location:

Helena. Agency:
Montana Historical Society. Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees.

May 28, 2026, 10:33:54 PM (Closing Date: Jun 13, 2026, 5:59:00 AM).

Required Application Materials:
Cover Letter, Resume.

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.