Financial Compliance Specialist
Financial Compliance Specialist
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A Little About Our Business
We know you have other work options but we ask you to consider working with us at the State of Montana Department of Administration (DOA). Our foundation of success is having effective working relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We will challenge you to be your best and will work hard to provide a work environment that allows you to succeed.
(You can learn more about the DOA here.)
What is this career opportunity
The Local Government Services Bureau (LGSB) provides compliance and technical assistance support to more than 1300 local government entities across the state (counties cities & towns school districts and special purpose districts). LGSB works with the local governments to ensure uniform financial accountability and to assist the local governments in complying with their statutory financial and accountability requirements. The bureau also includes the Local Government Records Management and State Social Security Administration functions. We are a small close-knit group that has a passion for supporting local governments.
LGSB is seeking a Financial Compliance Specialist. This position will act as the State Social Security Administrator (SSSA) thus ensuring local government compliance with related federal regulations and will serve as the Department of Administrations assigned member of the Local Government Records Management Committee. You would report to the LGSB Financial Compliance Manager and work closely with the LGSB team in providing accounting support. If you have a desire to provide exceptional customer service the ability to identify and improve areas in need of process improvement and ability to provide recommendations based on research you could be the individual we are searching for. Other responsibilities include:
Liaise between state and local governments and the State Social Security Administration - Monitor legislative activity for impacts to LGEs on State Social Security records management and other statutory compliance matters.
- Operational and data coordination and reporting
- Policies and procedures development and updates
- MCA ARM and SSS research
- Assisting with Compliance Supplement guidance
- Assisting with local government Uniform Accounting Structure (BARS) structure
- Analysis and review of school district audits and corrective action plans
- Internal Audit testing and reporting
(You can learn more about the Local Government Services Bureau here)
In this position you will be afforded the opportunity to telework however there will be required weekly in office day(s) in Helena. Specific conditions will be outlined as part of the job offer and must adhere to state policy.
What are we looking for
Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in business accounting or related field; AND - Three years of applicable experience; OR
- Alternate combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Competencies:
Knowledge of:
Montana Code Annotated (MCA) and Administrative Rules of Montana (ARM) is helpful but can be obtained while on the job.
Federal Office of Management and Budgets (OMB) (we are willing to train you in this area) - State Social Security rules and regulations
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements
Ability to:
Communicate effectively and diplomatically both verbally and in writing - Build consensus among a group of varying stakeholders
- Prioritize workload and juggle multiple projects with strict deadlines
- Assist bureau and division management with developing and achieving goals and objectives
- Conduct technical research related to regulatory accounting reporting and auditing topics
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and use critical thinking skills to problem solve and anticipate future problems
- Establish financial and procedural controls to safeguard state resources
- Understand the rules policies and laws that govern the work and exercise judgment in making necessary decisions
- Provide guidance to local governments on record keeping and state social security matters
- Provide training to small and large groups
Does this sound like something you would enjoy
What can you expect from us in return for your work with our agency
Look here to see the additional benefits! They include:
o Work/life Balance
o Health Coverage
o Retirement plans
o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays
o And more
Other important information to be aware of.
This position requires the successful completion of a criminal background check. - Only online applications are accepted. By applying online you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
