Budget Analyst (00638)

State of Montana • Helena, MT • 1d ago

This first review of applications will be November 4, 2025.Please submit the following required documents on theState of Montana Careerswebsite: Resume -Please include dates of employment and your supervisor's name/phone number for each position. For a complete job description, please emailopi.careers@mt.gov To be considered for this position, you must reside in Montana. Why you would enjoy working here;Office of Public Instruction employees are a passionate group of professionals dedicated to leading and supporting our education system. We house a diverse collection of experiences with the 200 unique individuals we employ. Our specialists further OPI's purpose with applicable knowledge in education, health, research and analysis, nutrition, finance, administration, human resources, licensing and regulation, information technology, and many others. We are proud to serve 149,000 students pre-K to grade 12, their parents and guardians, 400 school districts, 16,000 educational professionals, and 3,000 adult learners. Benefits of working for OPI: · Work/life balance · Family friendly · Dedicated and caring colleagues · Health coverage · Retirement plans · Paid vacation, sick leave, and Holidays (combination of up to 38 per year) · Opportunities and room for professional growth · Public service loan forgiveness-Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. _Job Overview:_The Office of Public Instruction's (OPI) has a biennial budget of over $2 billion which consists of an annual operating budget of over $35 million and over $900 million of flow-through funds. The School Finance Division is responsible for the collection of school district reported financial transactions and the information necessary to account and report the operations of Montana public school districts. The Division is responsible for the implementation of Montana statutes and administrative rules, including the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and standards and compliance with the Federal Code of Regulations in alignment with US Department of Education guidelines. The School Finance Division responsibilities include the administration of financial compliance and education in all areas of public school district budgeting, financial and accounting information reporting and verifying compliance with established accounting policies and procedures that include the distribution of state funding for K-12 education, administering Pupil transportation program and many other programs as dictated by Montana law. The stakeholders we serve include over 400 elementary, high school and K-12 public school districts, special education cooperatives, county elected officials, Montana taxpayers, state Legislative representatives, business and elected officials in local governments related to K-12 education in Montana public school districts. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Behaviors): · Knowledge of the concepts and theories of school finance and budgets. · Knowledge of state and federal laws governing education and school finance, including property tax and special education laws. · Knowledge of electronic systems and their application to the management of large fiscal programs. · Working knowledge of personal computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel. · Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles. · Knowledge of the legislative process. · Ability to interpret and apply knowledge of the concepts and theories of school finance, electronic reporting/distribution systems and frequently changing school laws to a variety of circumstances that often are not specifically addressed by statute, rule, or policy. · Ability to analyze and integrate numerous and rapidly changing school budget and accounting laws and set policy for agency actions to consistently and justifiably apply OPI's interpretations. · Ability to interpret fiscal records, compile data and prepare fiscal reports. · Ability to understand cause and effect relationships and can identify critical information necessary to solve problems. · Ability to conduct in depth analysis of school and county financial systems, identify inconsistencies and resolve critical problems while maintaining positive working relationships. · Ability to train individuals with a wide range or knowledge and experience through effective communication tools, such as workshops and oral and written instructions. · Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): · Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a preference in Accounting or Finance or another related field. · 1 years of job-related work experience · Other combinations of education and/or experience may be substituted._ Does this sound like you?_* Please tell us how and why by submitting your resume online, including any veterans or disability preference documentation.When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploading correctly to the specific application for this position.Documents not requested will not be considered in the recruitment process. OPI is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. This position is in the PERS retirement system. Title: Budget Analyst (00638) Location: Helena Requisition ID: 25142472

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