United Way · 1 day ago
Finance Director
Billings, MT
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$72K/yr - $82K/yr
5+ years expUnited Way is dedicated to improving lives and strengthening communities. The Finance Director provides strategic fiscal leadership, ensuring strong operational controls and effective reporting while overseeing financial operations and managing budgets.
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Responsibilities
Oversee all financial operations of United Way of Yellowstone County, including monthly reconciliations, accounts receivable and payable, payroll, and required financial reporting
Supervise the Accounting Coordinator and ensure timely, accurate processing of financial transactions, including payroll
Prepare and deliver accurate and timely financial statements, in compliance with GAAP; serve as main liaison with external auditors and internally lead the annual audit and Form 990 preparation
Develop, manage, and monitor annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with leadership; analyze variances and provide financial guidance
Coordinate capital investments and expenses as directed by the President/CEO, ensuring alignment with organizational growth targets
Internally lead the UWYC Finance Committee, providing financial reports, analysis, and strategic recommendations
Coordinate and oversee compliance programs related to endowment funds, Charitable Gift Annuities, and stock gifts, ensuring processes are aligned with donor intent and legal requirements
Support staff who oversee grants by providing fiscal grant management and working with program staff to ensure compliance with State, Federal, and Private grant reporting requirements
Manage the UWYC grant disbursement process and reconciliation of fund balances to General Ledger and grant budgets
Prepare and maintain a summary workbook for each grant, analyzing year-to-date spending, remaining balances, and areas of under/over utilization, with recommendations based on grant contracts
Collaborate with President and CEO to design and implement business strategies and procedures that align with organizational vision and financial goals
Ensure an effective system of internal controls is in place, including developing and documenting financial policies and procedures
Foster a collaborative and cohesive team environment with the Accounting Coordinator
Implement mitigation controls to address potential risks related to economic, tax, publicity, donor, and agency relations issues
Stay up to date on relevant federal and state financial policies, legislation, and best practices for non-profits
Refer regularly to the United Way Worldwide resources to learn about new policies and/or best practice recommendations
Provide assistance as needed to other UWYC programs and personnel
Serve as a United Way of Yellowstone County ambassador at all times by communicating the mission and vision of United Way
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a business-related field
At least five years of advanced accounting experience
Strong knowledge of GAAP and FASB guidance as applied to non-profit accounting
Proven experience in annual budgeting and long-term strategic financial planning
Proficient in accounting software applications, especially QuickBooks
Strong leadership skills, with experience in the development and supervision of staff, and the ability to inspire and motivate others
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule format
Professional, organized, and courteous demeanor
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively in a busy environment, meet deadlines, and work independently or collaboratively
Strong analytical and forecasting skills
Available to work Monday to Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends, or early morning hours as needed
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional documents
Ability to write and create documents in a manner that is understandable and organized
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
Ability to use effective interpersonal communication skills when interacting with staff, donors, community partners, and others
Excellent skills communicating with diverse individuals and groups
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
Ability to synthesize a large amount of information into concrete needs and action steps
Ability to engage in strategic thinking and planning
Preferred
Experience with nonprofit organizations and federal, state, local government, and private grant management
Benefits
85% employer paid health & dental premiums
A minimum of 10 vacation days, 12 wellness days, 11 holidays, and 2 personal days
Paid Summer Fridays off (Memorial Day through Labor Day)
403(b) with 7% employer match after the first year
Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
Free Childcare at CARE Academy
Company
United Way
Whenever there is a need in our communities, United Way is there.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Truist Foundation
2024-10-08Grant
Leadership Team
Angela F. Williams
President & CEO
Tom Lowery
SVP. Chief Transformation Officer
Recent News
2025-11-05
2025-10-30
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