Chief Financial Officer (Exempt)

Benefis is one of Montana’s largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our employees in every aspect of their careers by offering outstanding benefits and compensation, state-of-the-art facilities, and multiple growth opportunities. The only thing missing is you!

Responsible for all aspects of employee management, departmental management, and the creation of a professional practice environment that focuses on patient safety, customer service, and the organizational mission, vision, and values.

This position will serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and a trusted advisor on all financial matters. They will have responsibility for all financial functions across the system, including financial reporting and analysis, accounting, revenue cycle (managed through a 3rd party vendor) budgeting and forecasting, capital planning, financial systems, internal controls, and operation improvement.  The CFO will partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop financial strategies that support the organization’s long-term growth, stability and mission.   

Administrative responsibilities include planning, coordinating, organizing, monitoring, and implementing all activities in area of responsibility and employee performance management.  Maintains efficient and effective department operation, which includes compliance with and requiring employee compliance with all state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards, protocols and licensing or certification standards.  Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure, to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict.

Will perform all job duties or job tasks as assigned. Will follow and adhere to all requirements, regulations and procedures of any licensing board or agency. Must comply with all organizational policies and procedures.

Education/License/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting, healthcare administration or a related field is required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive leadership experience in health system finance and operations is required.
• Professional certifications such as a CPA or CMA and/or HFMA and ACHE designations is preferred.