Accounting & Financial Policy Lead

Position Title: Accounting & Financial Policy Lead

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for an Accounting & Financial Policy Lead. This position is responsible for establishing accounting policy and structure for the Division and MDT. Conducts financial monitoring to ensure cost efficiency and compliance within the department’s multiple divisions and districts. Ensures compliance with complex federal regulations and establishes goals, objectives, and priorities for all accounting functions within the department. Serves as the technical expert and communicates requirements to financial contacts throughout the department. This position reports to the Accounting Controls Bureau Chief and does not supervise others. The first review of applications will be on May 31, 2024.

For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at .

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

· Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance

· Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available

· Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families

· State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

· Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek

· Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

· Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

· Benefits apply on first day of employment

· Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website:

Required Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.

· 3 years of experience in governmental accounting, internal control structures, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

· Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of accounting and budgeting.

· Requires skills in evaluating, analyzing, and documenting internal control structures.

Required Application Materials:

· A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.

· A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information

The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at .

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time