Chief Financial Officer Job Announcement - Intermountain
At Intermountain, it’s more than a job, it’s heart work! We are seeking a committed Chief Financial Officer to join Intermountain’s team of amazing staff.
Lead with Purpose. Influence Strategy. Make a Difference.
We're seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer who wants more than a seat at the executive table. We are looking for a strategic leader who is energized by the opportunity to influence organizational direction, drive sustainable growth, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of the children, families and communities we serve.
As a key member of our Executive Leadership Team, you'll partner closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to help guide the future of Intermountain. You'll bring financial expertise, business acumen, and visionary thinking to support a mission that matters- Healing through Healthy Relationships.
This is an opportunity for a finance executive who enjoys balancing strategic leadership with operational excellence, building high-performing teams, and offering complex financial information into decisions that fuel organizational success.
Why This Role Matters
As CFO, you will be Intermountain’s chief steward of financial health and long-term sustainability. You will help shape strategic priorities, evaluate growth opportunities, strengthen operational performance, and ensure that our financial practices support both innovation and accountability.
Your leadership will directly influence how we invest resources, serve our communities, support our employees, and achieve our mission today and into the future.
What You'll Do
Financial Stewardship
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.
Strategic Leadership
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.
Operational Excellence
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.
People Leadership
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.
What Makes You Successful
You are a strategic thinker who sees beyond only numbers and understands the intersection between mission, business, service and people.
You Bring
Executive presence and strong leadership capabilities
A collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset
Exceptional business and financial acumen
The ability to translate complex financial information into actionable recommendations
Strong relationship-building skills with executives, Board members, staff, donors, and external partners
A passion for continuous improvement and organizational excellence
High integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to mission-driven leadership
A commitment to Intermountain’s mission and team
Qualifications
Required
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
Preferred
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
Will consider equivalent combinations of experience and education
Why Intermountain?
When you join Intermountain, you're joining a mission-driven organization that changes lives of children and families. Every role at Intermountain is key to a thriving organization. Every person contributes to providing hope and healing for children and families, navigating some of life's most difficult challenges. Join an executive team of professionals committed to achieving a high-functioning, high-quality organization. We work hard and we like to have fun too!
You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who believe deeply in our mission and value collaboration, innovation, and authentic relationships.
Check out our impact at Intermountain.org
We strive to be an employer of choice; we are excited to offer you:
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
The salary range for this position is $160,000- $200,000 annually depending on experience. Position may be eligible for sign on bonus and relocation expenses.
Intermountain Deaconess Children’s Services is an equal opportunity employer.
