Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement
Budget and Fiscal Manager
Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement, Bozeman, Montana, us, 59772
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Budget and Fiscal Manager
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Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement
Position Details Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26234 Contact: Noelle Child 406-994-4366 noelle.child@montana.edu
Brief Position Overview The College of Arts & Architecture at Montana State University (MSU) is seeking a Financial Manager to provide strategic leadership in financial planning and budget management. The role serves as the financial expert within the college, advising the Dean on the availability of funding for personnel and operational changes.
Timing & Classification Position Number: 4M1428 Department: Dean of Arts & Architecture Appointment Type: Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester FLSA: Exempt Union Affiliation: N/A FTE: 1.0 Salary: $33.07 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Recruitment Type: Open
General Statement The Financial Manager is an essential member of the College of Arts & Architecture and reports directly to the Dean. The position provides leadership in developing the strategic financial direction for units within the college through comprehensive long‑range budget planning and business strategy development. The role works collaboratively with school directors and other campus partners to support decision‑making and to effectively manage and execute financial operations across the college.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial leadership for the college, managing and advising on millions in resources from multiple funding sources.
Forecast, plan, and oversee the development of annual, semester‑based, and long‑range budgets—including internal budget models, revenue projections, and expenditure plans.
Work with college units and BOMs to ensure compliance with the budget plan at the start of the fiscal year and communicate variances for timely action.
Analyze financial trends and service usage—particularly in fee‑based units—to evaluate fiscal impacts and support data‑informed decision‑making.
Collaborate with college units and HR partners to align staffing needs with financial resources, including oversight of position budgeting.
Deliver timely financial reporting and insights to the dean’s office and college units to support operational activities, strategic planning, and accountability.
Serve as a key liaison for the college in central budget activities.
Ensure compliance with MSU and Board of Regents (BOR) financial policies and procedures while continually improving financial processes.
Coordinate with MSU Fiscal Shared Services, College HR Business Partner, and departmental business operations managers to troubleshoot appointment and payroll issues, track budget and expenditures, and enter budget adjustments to reflect changes in payroll and budget allocations throughout the year.
Provide ongoing training for business operations managers and school directors on budget and fiscal matters.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Demonstrated competence and experience in development, analysis, and execution of complex budgets and long‑range business/fiscal management plans.
Demonstrated experience in interpreting, explaining, and presenting detailed budget and fiscal data, both verbally and in writing, to a broad group of constituents.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel formulas and applications.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience working in financial roles at a higher education institution.
Demonstrated knowledge in interpreting and applying institutional policies and procedures.
Ability to initiate, coordinate, oversee, and complete various projects on own initiative.
Strong organizational techniques with the ability to manage multiple tasks and remain flexible.
Experience leveraging data from an ERP system.
The Successful Candidate Will
Exercise sound judgement and initiative in decision‑making while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Lead and collaborate effectively with different teams and stakeholders, demonstrating strong interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills.
Present complex financial and administrative information in ways that build clarity, transparency, and informed decision‑making across varying levels of financial expertise.
Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, including presentations.
Manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Utilize financial systems and tools proficiently, including spreadsheets, databases, and various reporting systems. Experience using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is preferred.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information Number Of Vacancies: 1 Desired Start Date: At The Conclusion Of a Successful Search Position End Date: N/A (Open) Applications will be screened beginning on
January 6, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, or physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
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Budget and Fiscal Manager
role at
Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement
Position Details Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 26234 Contact: Noelle Child 406-994-4366 noelle.child@montana.edu
Brief Position Overview The College of Arts & Architecture at Montana State University (MSU) is seeking a Financial Manager to provide strategic leadership in financial planning and budget management. The role serves as the financial expert within the college, advising the Dean on the availability of funding for personnel and operational changes.
Timing & Classification Position Number: 4M1428 Department: Dean of Arts & Architecture Appointment Type: Classified Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester FLSA: Exempt Union Affiliation: N/A FTE: 1.0 Salary: $33.07 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Recruitment Type: Open
General Statement The Financial Manager is an essential member of the College of Arts & Architecture and reports directly to the Dean. The position provides leadership in developing the strategic financial direction for units within the college through comprehensive long‑range budget planning and business strategy development. The role works collaboratively with school directors and other campus partners to support decision‑making and to effectively manage and execute financial operations across the college.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide strategic financial leadership for the college, managing and advising on millions in resources from multiple funding sources.
Forecast, plan, and oversee the development of annual, semester‑based, and long‑range budgets—including internal budget models, revenue projections, and expenditure plans.
Work with college units and BOMs to ensure compliance with the budget plan at the start of the fiscal year and communicate variances for timely action.
Analyze financial trends and service usage—particularly in fee‑based units—to evaluate fiscal impacts and support data‑informed decision‑making.
Collaborate with college units and HR partners to align staffing needs with financial resources, including oversight of position budgeting.
Deliver timely financial reporting and insights to the dean’s office and college units to support operational activities, strategic planning, and accountability.
Serve as a key liaison for the college in central budget activities.
Ensure compliance with MSU and Board of Regents (BOR) financial policies and procedures while continually improving financial processes.
Coordinate with MSU Fiscal Shared Services, College HR Business Partner, and departmental business operations managers to troubleshoot appointment and payroll issues, track budget and expenditures, and enter budget adjustments to reflect changes in payroll and budget allocations throughout the year.
Provide ongoing training for business operations managers and school directors on budget and fiscal matters.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, finance, or a related field, OR an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
Demonstrated competence and experience in development, analysis, and execution of complex budgets and long‑range business/fiscal management plans.
Demonstrated experience in interpreting, explaining, and presenting detailed budget and fiscal data, both verbally and in writing, to a broad group of constituents.
Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office, specifically Excel formulas and applications.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience working in financial roles at a higher education institution.
Demonstrated knowledge in interpreting and applying institutional policies and procedures.
Ability to initiate, coordinate, oversee, and complete various projects on own initiative.
Strong organizational techniques with the ability to manage multiple tasks and remain flexible.
Experience leveraging data from an ERP system.
The Successful Candidate Will
Exercise sound judgement and initiative in decision‑making while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
Lead and collaborate effectively with different teams and stakeholders, demonstrating strong interpersonal and conflict‑resolution skills.
Present complex financial and administrative information in ways that build clarity, transparency, and informed decision‑making across varying levels of financial expertise.
Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal formats, including presentations.
Manage multiple priorities with attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Utilize financial systems and tools proficiently, including spreadsheets, databases, and various reporting systems. Experience using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook is preferred.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Physical Demands To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Position has supervisory duties? No
Posting Detail Information Number Of Vacancies: 1 Desired Start Date: At The Conclusion Of a Successful Search Position End Date: N/A (Open) Applications will be screened beginning on
January 6, 2026 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
EEO Statement Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, or physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
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