Accounting and Finance Manager

The Accounting & Finance Manager will help ensure the accuracy, integrity, and day-to-day management of Wendt’s financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end/year-end close
• Ensure financial transactions are accurate, timely, and compliant with GAAP
• Produce accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and reconciliations for leadership
• Maintain financial records and supporting documentation
• Partner with account managers on project billing, client financial reporting, and account analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning
• Develop insight into financial performance and provide input to support business decisions
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial safeguards
• Support compliance for tax, reporting, licensing, and regulatory requirements
• Manage banking relationships, insurance administration, and other financial partnerships
• Coordinate annual audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting
• Work closely with the Vice President of Development & Finance to support sound financial decision making
• Collaborate with agency leadership to deliver financial guidance and business insights
• Spot opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting, workflows, and operational efficiency
• Recommend and help implement process improvements and automation aligned with agency growth
• Continue building financial leadership skills while supporting long-term agency success

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of accounting or financial operations experience preferred
• Experience managing core accounting functions including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and financial reporting
• Working knowledge of GAAP and sound accounting principles
• Experience using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
• High level of integrity, accountability, and sound judgment
• Curious, proactive, and focused on continued professional growth
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with agency leadership
• Demonstrate understanding of Wendt’s culture, philosophies, and range of capabilities
• Keep work area neat and organized
• Monitor project schedules and deadlines; if conflicts arise, meet with the Operations Manager to find solutions
• Contribute to a positive, supportive environment
• Provide industry best practices and uphold the highest level of ethics and standards
• Strive to love and live Wendt’s brand pillars
• Team-oriented mindset: may include duties outside the job description for the overall good of the organization and clients

Technologies

• GAAP
• Microsoft Excel

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Job Details

• Job type: Full-time
• Salary: USD 65,000–75,000 per year
• Location: Great Falls, MT (onsite)
• Work location: In person
• Ability to commute: Great Falls, MT 59401 (Required)
• Ability to relocate: Relocate before starting work to Great Falls, MT 59401 (Required)