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Montana State University

Accounting Associate IV

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $22 - $27 per Hour

💻 Finance

🗓️ October 10th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring an Accounting Associate IV to provide essential accounting support to the Western SARE program. The role involves monitoring and reconciling multiple accounts, processing subrecipient invoices, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university policies, and assisting the Fiscal Manager with fiscal duties.

Highlights
  • Monitor and reconcile approximately 50 active Western SARE accounts.
  • Process and review over 180 subrecipient invoice payments for compliance and accuracy.
  • Use MSU systems including Banner, SmartBuy, Chrome River, and CatBooks for financial management.
  • Provide customer service support to Western SARE stakeholders and administrative members.
  • Prepare payment requests, maintain electronic records, and support general office functions.
  • Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and MSU policies, particularly USDA and OMB Uniform Guidance.
  • Required qualification: Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, or equivalent experience in fiscal work.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
  • Salary ranges from $21.99 to $27.49 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Position is classified, full-time (1.0 FTE), benefits eligible, and not eligible for sponsorship.