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The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Division, Fiscal Operations. This position supports budget and financial functions for assigned funds within the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Division. Responsibilities include analyzing monthly division budget and financial reports to maintain expenditure controls; providing advice and technical assistance with cost analysis, financial allocation, and budget preparation and monitoring; and preparing and submitting financial reports to federal agencies. Assists in managing, monitoring, and reconciling contract system payments. Performs a variety of centralized fiscal activities for the division such as budget, expenditure, cost projections and revenue collection, program analysis, contract audit review, oversight of the program accounting analysis, technical accounting assistance, accounting and budget system data entry and verification, preparation of legislative information, and a variety or reporting. Assigned work involves synthesis of the programs’ missions, federal/state laws, and administrative rules, new and developing legislation, rapidly changing technological and social issues, and fiscal constraints into a comprehensive analysis of the budget, programs and actions designed to serve Montanans with behavioral health and developmental disabilities. * * Why Join DPHHS * * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications for this Career Opportunity * * * Knowledge of accounting, budgeting, auditing, and analytical techniques. * Excellent organization and time management skills. * Ability to proactively recognize and solve problems. * Ability to understand budgets and related program information. * Meet minimum qualifications: o Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, math, or closely related field. o Three years progressively responsible experience in accounting, budgeting, or fiscal management. o Experience with SABHRS-financials is preferred. o Other combinations of related education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis. * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position. * Cover Letter * Resume Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. Additional Information This position may be eligible for partial telework within the state of Montana. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. Title: Budget Analyst 2 (00523) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24143078