The Montana Board of Investments (BOI) provides prudent investment management of state and local government funds; works with financial institutions, state agencies, and local governments to enhance and expand Montana’s economy and assist new and expanding Montana businesses; and lends low-interest funds to eligible governments for a variety of projects. The AccountingBureau accounts for the investment of various long-term funds, trust accounts, and investment pools (e.g., retirement, trust, and insurance funds; state treasury cash; and other funds as permitted by statute). This includes developing and maintaining transactional accounting systems, managing transactions and relationships with investment advisors and custodial banks, providing statewide management and expertise in investment accounting, and preparing accurate and timely periodic and annual financial statements. The Investment Accountant will support the Board’s accounting staff by accurately processing, recording, and documenting daily investment transactions using multiple accounting systems, including the Statewide Accounting, Budgeting, and Human Resource System (SABHRS). *Responsibilities* * Accurately process, record, and document daily investment transactions using multiple systems. * Review accounting and other related systems to ensure completeness and accuracy in transaction processing, information compilation, and proper financial controls. ** * Analyze, research, and resolve discrepancies if found. * Prepare multiple reconciliations and supporting documentation from various systems to verify accuracy and completeness. Reconciliations are performed daily, monthly, quarterly, and annually. * Accurately process monthly and fiscal year-end entries, reconciliations, and analyses in coordination with other staff and participants. * Prepare reports and may be required to present to the Board in coordination with other staff. * Assist with the preparation of financial statements and related disclosures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) in coordination with other staff. * Provide backup support and training for other accounting staff to ensure cross-training and timely investment account processing, reconciliation, and reporting. * Research and analyze investment accounting concepts and strategies and recommend appropriate procedures and controls for accounting activities. * May assist in coordinating special studies and analyses to enhance the procedural efficiency, internal controls, and accuracy of accounting functions. * Assist in other technical accounting duties as needed, including attending meetings and participating in training. *Qualifications:* * Economics and Accounting – Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking, and the analysis and reporting of financial data. * Mathematics – Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their application to solve problems. * Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches. * Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. * Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. * Knowledge of and continuing education in GAAP and GASB * A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field plus four or more years job of related experience. Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered. * Proficient in Excel, including experience designing and troubleshooting pivot tables. * This position requires the successful completion of a background check. *The BOI will consider a training assignment.* **Title:** *Accountant, Investments* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25140254*