Budget Analyst (00009)

Helena, MT - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Behaviors):

Required for the first day of work:

Knowledge of concepts and theories of school finance and budgets.

Knowledge of database computer applications data storage and retrieval techniques.

Knowledge of personal computer software such as Microsoft word Excel.

Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles.

Knowledge of legislative process.

Ability to interpret fiscal records compile data and prepare fiscal reports.

Ability to conduct in depth analysis of financial systems identify inconsistencies and resolve critical problems.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to research write reports clearly and effectively.

Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience):

Bachelors degree in Business Administration Finance Accounting or related field.

Three years of directly related budgeting experience

Other combinations of education 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.

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agencys HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online 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.

This first review of applications will be January 29 2026. Please submit the following required documents on the State of Montana Careers website:

Resume - Please include dates of employment and your supervisors name/phone number for each position.

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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 OPIs 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 149000 students pre-K to grade 12 their parents and guardians 400 school districts 16000 educational professionals and 3000 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 Instructions (OPI) Centralized Services Division provides service in the areas of fiscal control payroll accounts receivable/payable budgeting accounting financial reporting purchasing contracts management and allocation/distribution of State and Federal grants to school districts special education cooperatives universities colleges and state institutions. 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 budget unit provides financial analysis and budget development allocation monitoring and training to all levels of program administrators. The budget unit also provides the Executive Team Division Administrators and program managers with budget responsibility accurate and timely budget status information.

Required Experience:

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (Behaviors):Required for the first day of work: Knowledge of concepts and theories of school finance and budgets. Knowledge of database computer applications data storage and retrieval techniques. Knowledge of personal computer software such as Microsoft word Excel. Kn...