Director of Finance

Museum of the Rockies (MOR) at Montana State University (MSU) invites finance and accounting professionals with backgrounds in nonprofit or governmental accounting to apply to be MOR’s next Director of Finance. The Director of Finance is responsible for providing leadership and direction for financial management, information technology, facilities, security, the museum store, and for the finances and investments of Museum of the Rockies, Inc.,

a private nonprofit. Reporting directly to the museum’s Executive Director, this is an opportunity to take a leadership role at a pivotal time for a beloved cultural attraction.

• Starting salary $96,000, negotiable based on experience and education. The position comes with an extensive benefits package that includes a broad health plan, an employer matching retirement plan, vacation, sick, and more.
• 1 FTE, LOA, In Person in Bozeman, MT
• Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans / Disabled

• Financial Planning – In collaboration with the Executive Director and department heads, develop and execute budgets to ensure the museum’s profitability and sustainability.
• Fiscal Management – Plan, implement, and manage the accounting and investment functions of the museum; ensuring that ledgers and accounts are maintained, and cash flow is monitored.
• Reporting – Coordinate and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on revenue, expenses, restricted funds, and special projects for key shareholders, including MOR, Inc., MSU, and MSUAF. This requires strategic forecasting, financial modeling, and producing professional, transparent, reports based on sound data.
• Staff Supervision – Oversee Finance staff along with the Facilities/Security and Store managers; providing clear direction and communication based around institutional priorities/goals.
• Audit Coordination and Support – Prepare required materials and oversee annual audit. Serve as the liaison with external auditor and facilitate annual tax return filings.
• Risk management – Identify and manage financial risks associated with business operations and investments. Serve as liaison with insurance agencies and carriers for policy updates and claim processing.
• Board Liaison – Act as the staff leader on the Finance Committee and provide financial reporting as necessary to the Board of Trustees and related committees.
• Campaign Finance – Working with the Executive Director and Development Department to ensure proper tracking and reporting on campaign finances.
• Coordination – Act as the point of contact with MSU Financial and IT; and support MSU HR as needed.

• 50% financial management and strategy,
• 30% staff management,
• 10% risk and information technology management, and
• 10% special projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a finance director or similar role, for a private or government nonprofit with responsibilities for the financial status of the organization, reporting to internal and external partners, and preparing financial data and schedules for auditors.
• Experience overseeing an annual operating budget of $4M or greater.
• Experience with direct and effective supervision of staff.
• Relevant knowledge of federal and state legislation affecting nonprofits, including IRS regulations, and fund accounting and nonprofit GAAP.