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Montana State University

Operations and Fiscal Manager

🇺🇸 Bozeman, MT

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $27 per Hour

💻 Project Management

🗓️ December 10th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Montana State University is hiring an Operations and Fiscal Manager for the Graduate School. This role manages all fiscal activities, including budgeting, financial reporting, and overseeing funds, while collaborating with staff across the university to support graduate student success. The manager also handles human resources functions, supervises staff, and serves as the main liaison between the Graduate School and university administrative offices.

Highlights
  • Manage budgeting, forecasting, and analysis for approximately $4 million across 25 indexes in the Graduate School.
  • Advise the Dean on budget priorities and work with university staff on fiscal policies and procedures.
  • Administer graduate appointments campus-wide and oversee payroll and HR functions for the Dean's Office.
  • Supervise one staff member and coordinate university-wide Graduate School initiatives.
  • Prepare reports for administrative and granting agencies, ensuring compliance.
  • Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and relevant financial management software.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience in financial and administrative leadership in an academic setting required.
  • Preferred experience includes advanced training relevant to duties and prior work in higher education.
  • Salary is $27.388 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.
  • Position reports to the Dean of the Graduate School within the Office of Academic Affairs and requires strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.