Accountant

Montana Legal Services Association

Accountant supporting daily operations of a nonprofit legal aid organization focused on financial management. Handling general ledger activities, grant compliance, and audits for grant-funded programs.

Posted 6/1/2026full-timeHelena • Montana • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $60,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with closing processes, including accruals, adjusting entries, and financial statement preparation.
Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budgets, cost principles, and funding restrictions.
Assist with payroll process, including allocations between funding sources.
Cross train with accounts payable, payroll and reviewing, to serve as a backup.
Support annual audits and grant-specific audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses.
Ensure expenses align with grant agreements and regulations; maintain supporting documentation for audits.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g., MIP, Sage Intacct, Blackbaud, or similar).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple grants and deadlines simultaneously.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Knowledge of fund accounting and cost allocation methodologies.
Familiarity with nonprofit financial reporting and restricted funds.
Experience working in a nonprofit, legal, or social services environment.
Mission Alignment Demonstrated interest in and commitment to the mission of legal aid and expanding access to justice.
Ability and willingness to work cooperatively and collegially with multiple timelines within a decentralized statewide law firm.
Sensitivity to the needs of low-income and vulnerable populations.
Ability to interact respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Respect for confidentiality and strong ethical judgment.

Benefits

Comp & perks

🌐 Worldwide Post a Job Affiliates Search Remote Jobs Montana Legal Services Association Website LinkedIn All Job Openings 11 - 50 employees Founded 1966 🤝 Non-profit 🌍 Social Impact Non-profit
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Social Impact Montana Legal Services Association is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free civil legal services to low-income individuals in Montana. With over 50 years of experience, the organization works to protect the civil legal rights of Montanans facing poverty, offering resources and assistance to promote justice and access to legal representation. Their mission encompasses a range of programs including pro bono initiatives, eviction intervention, and advocacy for systemic change. Accountant 🔥 1 hour ago 🏢🏡 Helena – Hybrid 💵 $60k - $70k / year ⏰ Full Time 🟡 Mid-level 🟠 Senior 💲 Accountant / Accounting Apply Now Find Similar Remote Jobs Receive Emails For Remote Jobs 📊 Check your resume score for this job Improve your chances of getting an interview by checking your resume score before you apply. Upload Resume Report problem 📋 Description
Assist with closing processes, including accruals, adjusting entries, and financial statement preparation.
Reconcile bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies.
Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budgets, cost principles, and funding restrictions.
Assist with payroll process, including allocations between funding sources.
Cross train with accounts payable, payroll and reviewing, to serve as a backup.
Support annual audits and grant-specific audits by preparing schedules, documentation, and responses.
Ensure expenses align with grant agreements and regulations; maintain supporting documentation for audits. 🎯 Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in nonprofit or grant accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems (e.g., MIP, Sage Intacct, Blackbaud, or similar).
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple grants and deadlines simultaneously.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Knowledge of fund accounting and cost allocation methodologies.
Familiarity with nonprofit financial reporting and restricted funds.
Experience working in a nonprofit, legal, or social services environment.
Mission Alignment Demonstrated interest in and commitment to the mission of legal aid and expanding access to justice.
Ability and willingness to work cooperatively and collegially with multiple timelines within a decentralized statewide law firm.
Sensitivity to the needs of low-income and vulnerable populations.
Ability to interact respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Respect for confidentiality and strong ethical judgment. Apply Now

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Hard Skills & Tools

accrualsadjusting entriesfinancial statement preparationbank account reconciliationgrant accountingpayroll processingfund accountingcost allocation methodologiesnonprofit financial reportingMicrosoft Excel

Soft Skills

analytical skillsorganizational skillsproblem-solving skillseffective communicationability to manage multiple deadlinescollaborative worksensitivity to diverse populationsethical judgmentrespect for confidentialitymission alignment

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in AccountingBachelor’s Degree in Finance