Fiscal Manager

State of Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; AUD 119,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Department of Environmental Quality in Montana is seeking a Fiscal Manager to oversee the Water Quality Division's fiscal operations, budgets, and contracts. This role requires leading people and coordinating with multiple bureaus and funding sources to ensure efficient operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or related field and at least three years in accounting or budgeting, with preferred government accounting experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in accounting, business administration, or a related field that includes direct experience in accounting or management.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• The Fiscal Section Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day operations, budgets, and contracts of the Water Quality Division.
• Oversees division-wide fiscal operations supporting the division's programs and activities to ensure they are carried out efficiently and effectively.
• Supports four bureaus with various funding sources such as State Special Revenue, Federal Grants, and General Fund.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Accounting knowledge

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, or a related field

Tools

SABHRS

IBARS

Job description

Job Description

Fiscal Manager - (26142029)

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!

Effective February 23, 2026, this agency 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/.

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.

In your cover letter, describe how your education, knowledge, and skills have prepared you for this position.

A sample of a budget status report is required.

Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $85,044.00 - 92,506.00 Yearly

Telework Eligibility: Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility: Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 1 Employee Status: Regular Schedule: Full-Time

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Primary Location: Helena

Agency: Department of Environmental Quality Union: 000 - None

Posting Date: Aug 12, 2026, 6:00:00 AM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone): Aug 27, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume

Contact Name: Tiffany Daley | Contact Email: Tiffany. [e-mail] | Contact Phone: [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

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.