Hybrid Financial Associate — Campus Accounting & Reporting

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement on the Bozeman campus seeks a Financial Associate within Fiscal Shared Services to support accounting transactions, prepare reports, and assist with client department financial needs.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and collaboration across offices. Partial Montana-based remote work may be available after training, with a starting hourly rate of $25.54 and a strong focus on internal controls.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting transactions, financial reporting, budgeting or financial analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software to analyze financial data.
• Strong customer service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide accounting transactions and financial support to client departments.
• Process accounts payable and purchasing card transactions.
• Generate monthly financial reports for departments.
• Advise department heads on financial position and internal controls.
• Assist with revenue invoicing and collections as needed.
• Support staff and students on business processes and best practices.

Skills

Accounting fundamentals

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement on the Bozeman campus seeks a Financial Associate within Fiscal Shared Services to support accounting transactions, prepare reports, and assist with client department financial needs.

The role emphasizes customer service, accuracy, and collaboration across offices. Partial Montana-based remote work may be available after training, with a starting hourly rate of $25.54 and a strong focus on internal controls.