Financial Compliance Manager

Socket.dev; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plans

Paid vacation & holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

State of Montana Department of Administration’s Local Government Services Bureau seeks a Financial Compliance Manager to lead accounting and compliance efforts, supervise staff, and improve financial reporting across Montana local governments. Telework is possible with weekly in-office days in Helena.

Ideal candidate has a accounting degree and leadership experience; CPA is a plus, with knowledge of GAAP, GASB, and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field; AND
• CPA license is a plus and preferred for this role
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience; OR
• Alternate combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Operational and data coordination and reporting
• Policies and procedures development and updates
• Risk management, metrics and strategic planning
• Managing contracts between Local Governments and Auditors
• MCA and ARM research
• Ensuring Compliance Supplement guidance document is updated as needed
• Overseeing revenue and collections
• Internal Audit testing and reporting
• Overseeing legislative monitoring and reporting
• Overseeing the State Social Security reporting and functions
• Overseeing system testing (financial and customer database system), plans and initiatives.
• Oversight of local government transparency data

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Strategic planning

Innovation

Regulatory accounting

Policy development

Critical thinking

Controls & governance

Judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA license (preferred)

Job description

Why should you keep reading and consider working here?

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 the best you can be 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?

The Local Government Services Bureau (LGSB) provides compliance and technical assistance support to more than 1,300 local government entities across the state. LGSB works with local governments (counties, cities & towns, school districts, and special purpose districts) to ensure uniform financial accountability and to assist the local governments in complying with their statutory financial and budgetary reporting requirements. The bureau also includes the Local Government Records Management and State Social Security Administration functions. We are a small close-knit group that has a passion for supporting local governments.

LGSB is seeking a Financial Compliance Manager who provides management and leadership to our Business Systems Analyst, our Financial Data Analyst and the State Social Security Administrator. You would report to the LGSB Bureau Chief and work closely with the Accounting Compliance Manager in providing accounting support and overall bureau operations. If you have a desire to provide exceptional customer service, the ability to identify and improve areas in need of process improvement, and the capability to lead and motivate a team you could be the individual we are searching for.

(You can learn more about the Local Government Services Bureau 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.

Other responsibilities include:

• Operational and data coordination and reporting
• Policies and procedures development and updates
• Risk management, metrics and strategic planning
• Managing contracts between Local Governments and Auditors
• MCA and ARM research
• Ensuring Compliance Supplement guidance document is updated as needed
• Overseeing revenue and collections
• Internal Audit testing and reporting
• Overseeing legislative monitoring and reporting
• Overseeing the State Social Security reporting and functions
• Overseeing system testing (financial and customer database system), plans and initiatives.
• Oversight of local government transparency data

What are we looking for?

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field;AND

• It would be great if you have a current CPA license! We would also appreciate direct experience with financial accounting systems and/or databases as well as general knowledge of customer reporting software and terminology.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience; OR
• Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.

Competencies:

Knowledge of:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
• Federal regulations as they relate to state government, such as federal grant reporting and cost allocation plan development
• Software interrelationships between applications and databases.
• Montana Code Annotated (MCA) and Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM) is helpful but can be obtained while on the job.

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing with technology providers, agency IT support staff, bureau and division management, auditors, and agency accountants, with varying levels of technical knowledge
• Effectively work in a team environment, collaborate with others, and build consensus among a group of varying stakeholders
• Self‑motivate and manage staff independently, with little daily supervision
• Prioritize staff workload and juggle multiple projects with strict deadlines
• Provide leadership, vision, and direction for staff, as well as guidance and encouragement
• Assist bureau and division management with developing and achieving goals and objectives
• Use innovation to make improvements to business processes
• Interpret and apply regulatory accounting and financial reporting technical literature
• Research, develop, and implement accounting policies and/or understand complex issues
• Use critical thinking skills to solve problems and anticipate future problems
• Establish financial and procedural controls to safeguard state resources
• Understand the rules, policies, and laws that govern work and exercise judgment in making necessary decisions

Does this sound like you?

Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume and cover letter.

(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 work with our agency?

Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:

• Work/life Balance
• Health Coverage
• Retirement plans
• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
• And more…

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/.