Financial Program Supervisor at State of Montana

Qualifications for this Career OpportunityGovernmental accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP);Purchasing auditing and budgeting systems to manage a complex range of federal grants with multiple funding sources and individual requirements;Medicaid IV-E IV-A IV-B and federal and state rules regulations and payment methodologies.Legislative appropriation process.Principles of research and policy analysis.State administration and personnel practices and procedures.Principles of management and organizational behavior.Database design construction and interaction.Several accounting systems including CCWIS PERQS AWACS SABHRS and IBARS.Knowledge of Cost Allocation Principles.Advanced Excel skills.Bachelors degree in accounting finance business or a related field.Three years of progressively responsible experience with accounting budgeting and financial management.One year of experience supervising staff in a professional setting.Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.How to ApplyTo be considered for a DPHHS position submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents you must check the relevant document box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.Cover LetterResumeReferencesSuccessful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.Additional InformationThis position may be eligible for partial teleworkwithin the state of conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state policy.This position may be eligible for a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1 2026.The primary location for this position is open for consideration contingent on available workspace. Specific conditions will be provided by the supervisor and must adhere to state and DPHHS policies.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.To be considered for this position you must complete the state application and attach all required documents through the Montana State Careers site at .The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity within the Child & Family Services Fiscal Helena MT.Job Overview: This position oversees the daily accounting and operations functions of the Fiscal Unit to ensure compliance with Department policy state and federal laws and to achieve efficiency. The incumbent will work closely with the Operations and Fiscal Bureau Chief to make improvements to the accounting structures and maximize resources through knowledge of Cost Allocation. This position will serve as the liaison between the central office and field staff and will be responsible for communicating changes and resolving accounting issues at the field level. This position requires daily utilization of the Comprehensive Child Welfare Information System (CCWIS) and requires a thorough understanding of the financial aspects of the system. This position also requires the ability to interpret and analyze federal regulations as they apply to federal grant funds received by the Department. The incumbent will advise the Operations and Fiscal Bureau Chief on financial issues related to the duties above.This position regularly represents the bureau/division at meetings and is expected to serve in the capacity of Acting Bureau Chief on an as-needed basis.Why Join DPHHSOur mission at DPHHS is serving Montanans in their communities to improve health safety well-being and empower independence. By joining our department you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.The State of Montanas comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage retirement plans paid vacation sick leave and holidays work/life balance and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) addition DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.Required Experience:Manager Key Skills Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1