Finance Director

Finance DirectorThe City of Columbia Falls is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Finance Director to oversee the Citys finance and administrative functions and serve as a key advisor to the City Manager and leadership team. This is a department-head role that combines hands-on financial management with strategic leadership in budgeting, accounting, grants, and long-term fiscal planning. This position plays a central role in maintaining the Citys strong financial foundation during a period of growth and investment. Knowledge, skills, and abilities are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to: A bachelors degree from an accredited college in accounting, finance, business or public administration or closely related field with five years of progressively more complex financial responsibilities or equivalent combination of education and experience. The salary range for the Finance Director is $85,000 -$100,000 DOE. The City of Columbia Falls offers a competitive benefit package that includes MT Public Employees Retirement System, paid vacation and sick leave, 12 paid holidays, flexible benefit plan and substantial contributions to health, dental and vision coverage for employee/spouse/family. Those wishing to apply for the position of Finance Director must return a complete application packet, a letter of interest, a comprehensive professional resume and three professional references, no later than 5:30 p.m., January 19, 2026 to City Clerk Staaland, 130 6th St. W., Columbia Falls, MT 59912 or to: staalandb@cityofcolumbiafalls.com. The position open until filled. For additional information please visit the Citys website: www.cityofcolumbiafalls.org/jobs. recblid bo7selnqzd9vmf33ortc052wgh1qdh

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