Budget Analyst IV

Helena College University of Montana a comprehensive two-year college, provides access to and support of high quality lifelong educational opportunities for our diverse community. Helena College is seeking qualified applicants who wish to become part of a dynamic and creative team for a full-time position as a Budget Analyst IV
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The mission of Fiscal Services is to provide financial services responsive to the needs of students, faculty, staff, and community while maintaining the highest level of integrity over our assets and financial records.

The Budget Analyst IV position, which reports directly to the Executive Director of Fiscal Services, is an integral part of the finance team at Helena College. This position does not directly supervise but will act as a departmental lead. This position will provide direct support to the Executive Director in the areas of budget development and tracking, fund accounting and analysis, and financial policy compliance.

• Exercise professional judgement to independently reconcile, analyze, and summarize data and draw conclusions for college directors to assure compliance with University and State accounting policies and procedures for various transactions, and to help ensure integrity of recorded financial data.
• Provide fiscal management of diverse and significant financial accounts.
• Provide accounting guidance to each department as applicable.
• Prepare journal entries.
• Ensure audit and financial policy compliance with federal and state entities.
• Analyze accounts and issue complex financial reports.
• Develop procedures to streamline and improve existing processes. For example, this position will look at ways to increase efficiency and compliance in reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and procurement.
• Accurate and timely recording of all inter-departmental transfers and SABHRS wire transactions within Banner and SABHRS software modules.
• Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with budget preparation and entry for all institutional funds.
• Use independent judgement and decision making to perform technical/professional accounting work for the major fund groups used by the University.
• Assist in procurements, fixed assets fee schedules and special projects as requested.
• Prioritize and handle multiple and complex tasks with the highest degree of accuracy, while maintaining confidentiality.
• Work independently and efficiently with frequent interruptions.
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.

This position will act as a departmental lead in the absence of the Executive Director.

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
• 2 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting.
• Direct knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and GASB.
• Experience with reconciliation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• High degree of proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.

• Experience with Enterprise level Accounting and Data systems.
• Experience in fund/governmental accounting or higher education accounting.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm schedule. Hours and schedule may vary depending on the needs of the program. Position requires on-site work at a Helena College, 1115 North Roberts Street, Helena, MT, remote work is not an option.

Includes a comprehensive group insurance benefits program including medical plan options with prescription drug and dental plan, vision exam coverage, an employee assistance program (EAP), retirement plan, life and disability insurance options, flexible spending and dependent care account options, and optional long‑term care insurance. Additional information on benefits can be found by visiting: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..asp

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Six months minimum

Friday, March 6, 2026 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time). Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

• Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
• Detailed Resume listing education and describing work experience.
• Three (3) professional references - names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

Incomplete applications may not be considered.

All New Employees must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.