Chief Financial Officer

Intermountain Deaconess Children's Services • Helena, MT

46d • Onsite

About The Position

Intermountain is seeking a committed Chief Financial Officer to join their team. This role is for a strategic leader energized by the opportunity to influence organizational direction, drive sustainable growth, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of children, families, and communities. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO will partner closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to guide the future of Intermountain, bringing financial expertise, business acumen, and visionary thinking to support the mission of Healing through Healthy Relationships. This position offers the chance to balance strategic leadership with operational excellence, build high-performing teams, and translate complex financial information into decisions that fuel organizational success. The CFO will serve as the chief steward of financial health and long-term sustainability, shaping strategic priorities, evaluating growth opportunities, strengthening operational performance, and ensuring financial practices support innovation and accountability. The leadership will directly influence resource investment, community service, employee support, and mission achievement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field
• 8-10 years of progressively responsible financial and administrative leadership experience
• At least 5 years in an executive-level role overseeing finance, operations, performance management, quality assurance, or risk management
• Proven experience leading and developing teams
• Valid Montana driver's license or ability to obtain one

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in applicable field
• Nonprofit, healthcare, or human services leadership experience
• Knowledge of Montana regulatory and compliance requirements
• Experience with LEAN, Balanced Scorecard, or other performance improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated success leading organizational change and cross-functional initiatives
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education will be considered

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting, finance, reporting, audit, budgeting, and asset management functions.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Lead financial forecasting, cash flow planning, and profitability analysis.
• Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance practices.
• Manage banking relationships, investments, real estate assets, and financial risk.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.
• Help define and execute the organization's long-term strategic vision.
• Evaluate opportunities for growth, innovation, and operational improvement.
• Lead financial strategy that supports mission impact and organizational sustainability.
• Participate in Board meetings and provide clear, insightful financial guidance.
• Drive organization-wide budgeting and revenue cycle management processes.
• Support quality improvement and risk management initiatives.
• Champion data-driven decision making through meaningful financial analytics.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and organizational performance.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that strengthen systems and workflows.
• Build, mentor, and develop a talented finance team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and successfully manage complex projects.
• Partner with leaders across the organization to align financial strategy with operational goals.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored health insurance for medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account contributions/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement plan with a 4% employer contribution beginning after one year of employment for eligible employees who contribute at least 2%
• Robust Personal and Holiday Leave
• Paid time to volunteer in the community
• Sign on bonus (potential)
• Relocation expenses (potential)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive