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- Work-life balance
- Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and General Election Day
- Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
- Sick Leave – Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
- Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
- Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
- Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits.
- Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement.
- Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
- Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
- Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path
- Provide complex technical and professional budget and financial support, analysis, and reporting.
- Ensures compliance with university and government rules and regulations
- Prepares and reconciles various budget, fiscal and management reports
- Research, compile, and analyze budget data
- Assist in preparing quarterly forecasting data and analysis
- Prepare budget forecasts and trend analysis as needed
- Assist in the annual and biennial budget preparation process including entering personal service and operating budget information into both the Axiom and Banner accounting systems
- Assist in the development of the campus budget training process and provide training as
needed - Assist in updating budgeting training material
- Assists campus departments with preparing budget adjustment forms and general budgeting
questions - Assist in creating and submitting budget adjustments in Axiom
- Provide complex technical and professional financial accounting support, analysis, and
reporting as needed - Assists the Budget Analyst IV position as needed
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Bachelor’s Degree, from an accredited college or university, in accounting, finance or related
area with a minimum of 2 years of full-time progressive accounting, and financial experience or
equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, in accounting, finance or related area with a minimum of three years of full-time progressive accounting and financial
experience or equivalent combination of relevant experience and education. - Knowledge of and experience with generally accepted accounting practices and procedures
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and trends and forecast budgetary revenues and
expenses - Experience researching, compiling, and analyzing financial information for data accuracy and
completeness and generating reports to management for decision-making purposes - Knowledge of and experience using computerized accounting systems and database
applications - Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creating complex spreadsheets and pivot
tables - Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Ability to perform complex accounting, budgeting, and system reconciliations
- Strong attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to adhere to confidentiality requirements
CPA or master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
Experience Preferred:
- Experience with Banner Software System and/or other State Accounting Software Systems
- Knowledge of higher education and/or fund accounting
- Thorough understanding of university and/or government laws, regulations, policies,
and procedures
- Knowledge of and experience with generally accepted accounting principles, budgeting theory, and other accounting practices and procedures
- Extensive knowledge of higher education and/or fund accounting
- Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and trends
- Ability to forecast budgetary revenues and expenses and provide data to management for
decision making purposes - Knowledge of and experience using computerized accounting systems and database
applications i.e. Banner, Axiom, and APEX - Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creating complex spreadsheets and pivot
tables - Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
- Competence researching, compiling, and analyzing financial information for data accuracy,
completeness and generating reports. - Ability to use critical thinking skills, exercise good judgement, and take initiative
- Ability to perform complex accounting, budgeting and system reconciliations
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and as a team player
- Ability to research governmental rules and regulations
- Strong attention to detail, problem solving and analytical skills
- High degree of accuracy
- Ability to adhere to confidentiality requirements
(with assistance as needed), repetitive motion with keyboard and mouse.
Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.
MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm
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