Chief Financial Officer (Exempt)

CO_01 Benefis Hospitals, Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State-of-the-art technologies

Diverse medical staff

Progressive healthcare facility

Job summary

CO_01 Benefis Hospitals, Inc. is seeking a Chief Financial Officer responsible for overseeing all financial functions and supporting long-term organizational growth. This executive leadership role includes strategic financial planning, compliance management, and operational efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and at least ten years of experience in health system finance. Working with state-of-the-art technologies, you will lead a dynamic healthcare team in a facility with over 500 beds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of progressive leadership experience in health system finance and operations.
• Preferred professional certifications: CPA, CMA, HFMA, or ACHE.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial functions across the system.
• Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory laws and standards.

Skills

Leadership in finance

Financial reporting

Budgeting and forecasting

Operational improvement

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Master's degree in business, finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Chief Financial Officer

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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial functions across the system, including financial reporting and analysis, accounting, revenue cycle (managed through a third‑party vendor), budgeting and forecasting, capital planning, financial systems, internal controls, and operational improvement.
• Partner closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to develop financial strategies that support the organization’s long‑term growth, stability, and mission.
• Plan, coordinate, organize, monitor, and implement all activities within the area of responsibility, including employee performance management.
• Maintain efficient and effective department operations, ensuring compliance with all state, federal, and local regulatory laws, standards, protocols, and licensing or certification standards.
• Demonstrate the ability to handle pressure, meet deadlines, maintain accuracy, and adapt to constantly changing situations.
• Engage with a variety of people, manage stressful situations, and resolve conflicts.
• Perform all job duties or tasks as assigned, adhering to all licensing board or agency requirements and organizational policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting, healthcare administration or a related field (required).
• Minimum of ten years of progressive leadership experience in health system finance and operations.
• Preferred professional certifications: CPA, CMA, HFMA, or ACHE.

Benefits and Working Environment

Benefis offers a modern and progressive healthcare facility with state‑of‑the‑art technologies, 500+ beds, and a diverse medical staff across more than 40 specialties.