State of Montana - Helena, MT
posted about 2 months ago
The Public Service Commission (PSC) is seeking a dedicated Financial Accounting Analyst to oversee the agency's accounting and fiscal activities. This role involves a comprehensive analysis of budget impacts and monthly financial assessments to ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards. The successful candidate will join a team of highly motivated professionals committed to delivering exceptional service to the citizens of Montana. The PSC is responsible for supervising monopolistic industries within the state, ensuring fair pricing and responsible business practices, while also playing a vital role in railway and pipeline safety. The agency is staffed by approximately 33 professionals and is led by five elected commissioners representing various regions of Montana. The PSC has a clear strategic plan aimed at enhancing operations and providing value to the public, making this an exciting opportunity for an accounting professional to contribute to meaningful work. In this position, the Financial Accounting Analyst will prepare accounting transactions, manage accounts receivable and payable, process travel reimbursements, and handle payroll using the Statewide Accounting, Budgeting and Human Resources System (SABHRS). The analyst will also analyze and maintain ledgers, journals, and registers, ensuring accurate reconciliation of statements with accounting records. Completing financial reports and performing fiscal year-end closing activities are essential responsibilities, along with providing financial information or testimony to legislative committees and other public forums as assigned. The analyst will monitor state and federal budgets, offering recommendations on budget proposals, cost analysis, fiscal allocation, and budget preparation. Additionally, the role involves analyzing financial activities and assisting in the design and implementation of internal controls, contributing to the agency's overall financial integrity and accountability.