DEPUTY CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICEROFFICE OF FINANCIAL SERVICESHELENA, MTThe
Deputy Chief Financial Officer position exercises broad authority in planning, designing, organizing, developing, monitoring, implementing and evaluating the financial condition of the programs administered by the Department. The position also proposes the implementation of program and management policies that impact the administration of the Department and potentially other state agencies. It also provides oversight of budgeting processes, including biennial budget requests, appropriated funding and division-level budgetary work products, as well as the Department's contract management and procurement activities.
Note: First round of application reviews to occur two weeks from date of requisition posting.
QUALIFICATIONSThe knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to:
- Knowledge of mathematical forecasting techniques for both revenues and expenditures.
- Knowledge of principles of research and policy analysis.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills; skills in conflict management, diplomacy and negotiating skills.
- Budgeting and accounting skills.
- Contract management and procurement experience.
- Ability to work with limited supervision and to independently identify financial and policy issues.
- Ability to manage and complete multiple projects and priorities within constrained time limits.
- Ability to interpret and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and other diverse written information and relate these to a layman's perspective.
- Ability to foster collaboration and provide effective leadership to staff.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, public administration, accounting, business administration, or a closely related field.
- Five years of work-related experience.
- Two years of supervisory experience.
Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
BENEFITSYour service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.
State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSOnly online applications are accepted. By applying online, you are able to receive updates and monitor the status of your application.
To initiate an application and be considered, you must attach your resume, cover letter, and mark the attachments as a "Relevant File". In your cover letter, state why you are applying for the position and anything that makes you uniquely qualified. Applications missing required documentation may not be considered.
Successful applicants will be subject to:
- Criminal history check
- Child/patient/offender abuse registries
- Reference checks
