Chief Financial Officer

Company: Munro Footwear Group
Location: Helena
Posted on: February 17, 2025

Job Description:

Position Title:The Montana Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for our Chief Financial Officer. Position is open until filled with the first review of applicants on February 27, 2025.The Montana Department of Agriculture is serving Montana Agriculture and growing prosperity under the Big Sky.Montana Department of Agriculture (MDA) operates more than 30 programs, many funded entirely through user fees. These include regulatory programs that protect producers, consumers, and the environment, as well as development and marketing programs to foster growth in Montana agriculture.The Central Services Division (CSD) is responsible for the accounting, budgeting, data processing, legal, payroll, personnel, public relations, purchasing, and administrative functions for the Agency. The Division provides fiscal and budgeting support; assistance with policy development and implementation; interpretation of rules, regulations, and statutes for the Agency; and administrative and support services necessary to allow Agency programs to operate efficiently and effectively in delivering services to the agriculture industry in Montana.Job Overview:This position is responsible for developing and implementing fiscal policies and systems; overseeing agency accounting activities; analyzing agency business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses and to develop and manage the agency budget; and overseeing centralized support services such as inventory management, procurement, and records management.As the Chief Financial Officer, you will:

• Develop and implement fiscal policies and systems and oversee all agency accounting activities to properly account for and report fiscal operations and ensure compliance of all fiscal activities with state and federal law and professional accounting and auditing principles and practices.
• Analyze agency business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations, to project future revenues and expenses and to develop and manage the agency budget.
• Directly supervise 3 FTE Accountants and 1 FTE Budget Analyst to ensure efficient work assignments and compliance with personnel policy and law.
• Perform and oversee centralized support services such as inventory management, procurement, and records management to ensure efficient and effective support for agency business operations and compliance with applicable policy and law.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of the concepts and theories of accounting, financial management, and budget development and administration.
  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP); fiscal planning including the principles and practices of budget and program development; budget forecasting; governmental accounting and budgeting; the state's budgeting process; legislative processes; federal grant reporting; contract administration; and records management.
  • Knowledge of employment law, program requirements, and personnel management practices and techniques.
  • Skills in budgeting, program management, and plan implementation.
  • Knowledge of standard office and specialized accounting software applications (e.g., SABHRS, IBARS).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and direct short and long-term fiscal management programs.
  • Ability to analyze, interpret, and explain complex financial data.
  • Ability to apply analysis and judgment in arriving at solutions to routine, unusual, and unprecedented financial and budgetary problems.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to motivate and direct staff to meet Department goals.Minimum Education and Experience:
    • Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting.
    • Two years of accounting experience.
    • Two years of experience supervising staff.
    • Accountants prepare financial records in accordance with GAAP, statutory or federal requirements and the State's accounting policies.
    • CPA is desired but not required.
    • Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation package! Upon date of hire, employees working at least half-time for more than six months are eligible for state paid premiums toward employee "core" medical, dental, and basic life insurance coverage. Employees earn 15 working days of annual leave, 12 days of sick leave and 10-11 paid holidays each year. Membership in a Retirement System - vesting criteria applies.Applicant Pool Statement: If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment: This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.Salary: $47.00 - 52.00 HourlyTelework Eligibility:Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)Benefits Package Eligibility:Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement PlanNumber of Openings:1Employee Status:RegularSchedule:Full-TimeJob Type:StandardShift:Day JobTravel:Yes, 5% of the TimePrimary Location:HelenaAgency:Department of AgricultureUnion:000 - NonePosting Date:Feb 13, 2025, 8:22:18 PMClosing Date:OngoingRequired Application Materials: Cover Letter, ResumeContact Name: Traci Merzlak - Contact Email: Traci.merzlak@mt.gov - Contact Phone: 406-444-3145The 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 agency's 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.
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