Fiscal Manager

Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference for human health and the environment? Do you enjoy applying science, logic, and communicating with people to solve everyday problems?

Consider being part of a progressive team of environmental professionals that help prevent pollution of our air, water, and soil. We take on unique challenges that require curiosity, technical expertise, and regulatory understanding.

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!

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• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, business administration, or a related field that includes direct experience in accounting or management.
• Education or experience in a related field preferred.
• 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.
• Experience in government accounting and budgeting is preferred (including Statewide Accounting, Budgeting, and Human Resources System (SABHRS) and IBARS).

Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

A sample of a budget status report is required.