Description
About our organization:
The Friendship Center is the #1 community resource for addressing and preventing domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking in Lewis and Clark, Broadwater and Jefferson Counties. We serve clients of all genders and backgrounds through free and confidential services including shelter, advocacy, education and outreach. Our mission is to be a safe haven for those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking, cultivating a community where everyone can flourish. We do our work so that every person in the tri-county area are thriving in safe and healthy relationships. To learn more, visit our website www.thefriendshipcenter.org.
Summary: This is an hourly position responsible for day-to-day accounting operations and grant-related financial tracking.
Supervisor: Finance Director
Pay Range: $26.50/hour. Employees are eligible for life insurance, retirement with 6% employer contribution after one year of employment, vacation, and sick/wellness leave. Employees who work less than 30 hours are not eligible for health, vision, and dental insurance.
General Schedule: Hourly (26 hours/week) and nonexempt position. Temporary increases in hours do not affect part-time status or health insurance eligibility.
To Apply: Send resume to Cheyenne Bartelt at cheyenne.b@thefriendshipcenter.org. Position is open until filled with initial application review starting March 18, 2026.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities:
Process bi-weekly payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and organizational policies.
Manage full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
Allocate expenses and revenues across multiple grants, restricted funds, and cost centers in accordance with grant agreements and donor restrictions
Track contribution and expenditures, perform and report monthly account reconciliations
Assist in preparing grant financial reports and reimbursement requests for government, foundation, and private funders
Support annual audit preparation, including documentation gathering and response to inquiries
Maintain organized financial records to ensure compliance with nonprofit accounting standards (GAAP) and funding requirements
Perform routine data entry, filing, documentation validation, and preparation of financial reports
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
To Apply: Send resume to Cheyenne Bartelt at cheyenne.b@thefriendshipcenter.org. Position is open until filled with initial application review starting March 18, 2026.
Qualifications:
Associate’s degree or equivalent certificate(s) in accounting or related field
2–3 years professional accounting experience; nonprofit experience preferred
Results-oriented
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to balance and manage multiple priorities
Ability to navigate situations that may have personal and professional conflict
Clear, effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to set boundaries, communicate expectations, and navigate conflict with care.
Ability to work both independently and in small team settings. Comfortable taking initiative but also committed to sharing information and working well in a team.
Desire for growth through professional development and training.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and accounting software, NetSuite preferred
Other Requirements:
Ability to completely understand and maintain strict adherence to confidentiality, safety procedures, and advocate privilege
Must be able to perform physical labor as needed
Possess a valid Montana driver’s license and automobile liability insurance
Successful federal fingerprint background check is required