State Financial Services Division Administrator

State Financial Services Division Administrator (26141579)

Position Title:

State Financial Services Division Administrator - (26141579) Why live in Helena, Montana? Helena is Montana's capital city of about 75,000 people, surrounded by rolling hills and lofty mountains just below the Continental Divide, offering a quiet place to call home where small‑town living meets year‑round outdoor adventure. Why should you keep reading and consider working here? We know you have other work options, but we invite you to consider joining us at the State of Montana Department of Administration. As a customer service-focused organization, we provide centralized services, specialized support, and practical solutions to state agencies, boards, and commissions, as well as local governments across Montana. Our vision is to transform how government services are delivered and accessed, serving state government with effective, efficient, and customer‑driven solutions that benefit all Montanans. (You can learn more about us here.) The State Financial Services Division plays a central role in supporting Montana's financial operations. We partner with state agencies to deliver core services including financial accounting, reporting, policy guidance, timely payment processing, treasury operations, and oversight of the statewide accounting and budgeting systems. We also work closely with local governments, providing specialized accounting and budgeting support, audit review, and technical guidance to help ensure strong financial management across the state. What is this career opportunity? As the State Financial Services Division Administrator, you will lead a team of 45 financial and IT professionals to provide strategic leadership and direction setting vision, priorities, and performance expectations under the direction of the State's Chief Operating Officer/Director of the Department of Administration. Responsibilities include: Oversight of statewide accounting and financial management operations, including the enterprise accounting system, ensuring compliance with state law, federal requirements, and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other applicable standards. Lead the preparation and coordination of statewide financial reports including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (AFCR), Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP), Cash Management Improvement Act (CMIA) report, and other legislatively required reports. Manage administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the statewide enterprise financial and budgeting systems, including system governance, upgrades, and integration with other statewide systems. Ensure enterprise accounting policies incorporate robust internal controls, segregation of duties, and risk management principles to prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in statewide financial operations. Engage with external stakeholders, including local governments, financial institutions, and professional organizations, to share best practices and ensure alignment with evolving standards and regulations. Represent the division in legislative hearings, stakeholder meetings, and interagency workgroups, presenting complex financial or compliance information in a clear and understandable manner.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field with an emphasis in accounting. Ten or more years of increasingly responsible professional experience in fund accounting as it applies to state or local government, including higher education accounting. Five or more years' experience in a leadership position, including experience managing a unit with multiple responsibilities and functions. Experience in the legislative and budgetary processes. Preferred experience and certifications: Experience working with external auditors. Experience with managing or extensively using financial ERP systems. Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with a permit or license to practice or activate an inactive license within 6 months of hire. Alternate combinations of education, experience, and credentials will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Ability to: communicate program requirements to diverse levels of management and stakeholders; provide leadership, vision, and direction for the state financial services division programs; oversee the development and maintenance of financial and system policies and procedures; establish financial and procedural controls to safeguard state resources; develop and manage the operating budget for the state financial services division; build consensus among a group of varying stakeholders; understand the rules, policies and laws that govern the work and exercise judgment in making necessary interpretations; and recommend and develop legislation that pertains to the division and/or State financial operations. What can you expect from us in return for your work with our agency? Ø Benefits include: o Work/life Balance o Health Coverage o Retirement plans o Paid Vacation and Sick Leave and Holidays o And more… Ø Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - Employment with the State of Montana may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under the PSLF. Other important information to be aware of. This position requires 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. The Department of Administration participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov/.

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:

Not Applicable Salary:

$ 132,000.00 - 142,000.00

Yearly Telework Eligibility:

Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.)

Benefits Package Eligibility:

Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan Number of Openings : 1

Employee Status:

Regular Schedule:

Full-Time Job Type : Standard Shift : Day Job Travel : Yes, 5 % of the Time Primary Location :

Helena Agency:

Department of Administration Union:

000 - None Posting Date : Jun 18, 2026, 2:21:30 PM Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone) : Jul 2, 2026, 11:59:00

PM Required Application Materials:

Cover Letter, Resume, References Contact Name:

Yvette Englert |

Contact Email:

yenglert@mt.gov |

Contact Phone:

406-444-2508 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 agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. 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.