Associate Director for Finance and Operations

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $110K - $120K 💻 Finance 🗓️ April 13th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring an Associate Director for Finance and Operations to provide strategic leadership in financial and operational management at TechLink. The role requires developing long-term financial strategies, overseeing compliance with federal and university guidelines, leading the finance team, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to support TechLink's mission.

Highlights

Lead development and implementation of TechLink’s long-term financial and operational strategies.
Provide strategic financial and operational guidance aligned with organizational priorities.
Participate in executive meetings with federal officials, university leadership, and key stakeholders.
Manage TechLink's Finance Team and oversee internal controls and business processes.
Ensure compliance with federal Uniform Guidance, university policies, and sponsor requirements.
Develop and maintain multi-year financial models for diverse funding sources including federal agreements and grants.
Required qualifications include CPA, CMA, or master’s degree (MBA, MPA) and minimum 10 years of progressive financial management experience.
Proficiency with enterprise accounting/procurement systems, Ellucian Banner, and Microsoft Suite is necessary.
Salary range is $110,000 - $120,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
Works within TechLink, a technology transfer center serving the US Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs, located in the Office of Research and Economic Development at Montana State University.