Chief Financial Officer/Controller
About The Position
Many Rivers Whole Health is seeking a mission-driven financial leader to provide executive-level leadership for the organization’s financial operations. The Chief Financial Officer/Controller oversees accounting, financial planning, budgeting, reporting, auditing, cash management, risk management, and regulatory compliance, and serves as a strategic partner to the CEO, Executive Team, and Board of Directors. The role supports the organization’s financial integrity, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability while helping shape the future of behavioral healthcare in Montana. The position also provides oversight of accounting, accounts payable, payroll, information systems, facilities, and related administrative functions. It leads and develops finance and administrative teams, strengthens systems and internal controls, and collaborates across the organization to support growth, financial stewardship, and organizational effectiveness. The role is full-time, exempt, and on-site in Great Falls. Wage: $120,000 annually.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or a current Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license.
- Ten years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
- Extensive knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control principles.
- Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations and reporting requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
- Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and highly complex financial projects.
- Valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and ability to travel as needed.
- Must successfully pass background and Motor Vehicle Record checks.
- Ability to think strategically while maintaining attention to detail, communicate complex financial information clearly, build credibility and trust, make sound data-informed decisions, manage multiple priorities, foster collaboration and professional development, promote financial stewardship, adapt to changing priorities, and support compassionate, mission-driven care.
Nice To Haves
- Accounting or financial leadership experience within the healthcare industry.
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations or behavioral healthcare providers.
- Experience overseeing audits, debt financing, banking relationships, and risk management initiatives.
- Experience developing organizational budgets and long-range financial strategies.
- Experience leading multidisciplinary administrative and financial teams.
- Knowledge of healthcare reimbursement models and healthcare financial operations.
Responsibilities
- Lead and direct all financial operations, accounting functions, and fiscal activities of the organization.
- Provide strategic financial guidance to the CEO, Executive Team, and Board of Directors.
- Develop and oversee annual budgets, financial forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Monitor financial performance and provide analysis, recommendations, and decision-support reporting.
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports.
- Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial regulations, and reporting requirements.
- Oversee cash flow management, banking relationships, debt financing activities, and investments.
- Establish and maintain internal controls, financial policies, and risk management practices.
- Direct annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors.
- Evaluate financial risks and develop strategies to protect organizational assets and sustainability.
- Support organizational growth initiatives, strategic partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and other business opportunities.
- Supervise and develop finance department personnel while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
- Provide oversight of accounting, accounts payable, payroll, information systems, facilities, and related administrative functions.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures to improve financial operations and organizational effectiveness.
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
Benefits
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid birthday off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
