Finance Director

Mountain Home Montana•Missoula, MT

7h•$29 - $37•Hybrid

About The Position

Mountain Home is seeking a Finance Director to help ensure Mountain Home’s impact on young mothers and children in the Missoula community. As a member of the Leadership Team, the Finance Director will play an integral leadership role. The Finance Director is responsible for safeguarding Mountain Home’s financial health, ensuring long-term sustainability, and aligning financial strategy with organizational priorities. The Finance Director provides vision and systems of accountability for financial management, oversees finance and accounting functions, and plays a critical role in supporting Mountain Home’s mission and growth. Our ideal Finance Director will have at least six plus (6+) years of progressive leadership experience in financial management. CPA or equivalent advanced financial/accounting credential preferred. Experience in nonprofit, behavioral health, or other healthcare-related settings. Experience in demonstrating strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to align long-range financial planning with organizational growth. Ability to analyze financial reports and make data-driven decisions that promote the organization’s growth and financial stability. Experience in a growing organization, especially during transitions such as expansion, mergers, or capital campaigns. The Finance Director will have knowledge of Medicaid, government grants, nonprofit reimbursement structures, advanced expertise in Quickbooks, experience with departmental budgeting and familiarity with financial aspects of facilities management (leases, rentals, capital projects). Who We Are and Why We Are an Employer of Choice! Mountain Home is a 501(c)3 nonprofit (public student loan forgiveness employer!) based in Missoula whose mission is to provide a safe home and nurturing community where young mothers discover their strengths, and children thrive. Since 2000, we have built an effective, holistic model of care that integrates supportive housing, mental health care, employment and education support, trauma-informed childcare, and more. We work closely with young families, donors, and community partners to build brighter futures, two generations at a time.

Requirements

At least six plus (6+) years of progressive leadership experience in financial management.
Experience in demonstrating strategic and analytical thinking with the ability to align long-range financial planning with organizational growth.
Ability to analyze financial reports and make data-driven decisions that promote the organization’s growth and financial stability.
Experience in a growing organization, especially during transitions such as expansion, mergers, or capital campaigns.
Knowledge of Medicaid, government grants, nonprofit reimbursement structures
Advanced expertise in Quickbooks
Experience with departmental budgeting
Familiarity with financial aspects of facilities management (leases, rentals, capital projects).
Relationship-building: You have enthusiasm for meeting and engaging with young people and children. You empathize with the population we serve and can put people at ease, especially when there are lines of difference. You believe in our mission and the communities we serve. You listen closely to the need underneath the concern and work collaboratively to devise solutions.
Time Management: You are known for showing up for work on time and finishing your entire shift. You always put the families’ needs first, as that is the number one priority. You allocate appropriate periods for specific tasks and prioritize tasks based on importance without sacrificing quality.
Excellent communication skills: You speak clearly and professionally, whether in person, on the phone, or over email. You communicate well with program participants, staff, and community members. You are honest and genuine.
Commitment to racial equity and social justice: You recognize the role of gender, race, income, age, and other identities in shaping our clients’ needs. You recognize how your own identities show up in the work, and welcome, reflect on, and act on feedback with an eye toward continuous learning about justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Nice To Haves

CPA or equivalent advanced financial/accounting credential preferred.
Experience in nonprofit, behavioral health, or other healthcare-related settings.