Controller

Administrator: Vice President of Finance & Accounting

Preferred Experience: Minimum of six years of progressive accounting experience, with at least four years in a leadership/managerial capacity.

• Proven experience in non-profit accounting and facilitating audits.
• In depth knowledge of GAAP and the Internal Revenue Code (IRC) for non-profits.
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with financial reporting and data analytics platforms.
• Experience with Blackbaud Financial Edge and Raiser’s Edge preferred.

Education Required: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or closely related field.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.

Overtime Status: Exempt, not eligible for overtime

FTE and Benefits: 1.0 FTE; eligible for full employment benefits

Location/Work Environment: Bozeman, MT preferred; will consider remote qualified candidates

Preferred Start Date: April 1, 2026

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Controller of the Montana State University Alumni Foundation (“Alumni Foundation”) is the senior accounting position responsible for the integrity of financial records, external financial reporting for all entities and compliance with federal/state financial requirements and regulations. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance & Accounting, the Controller establishes internal controls, manages the general ledger, and oversees treasury and budgeting functions. This role ensures all accounting entries are proper, and assets are safeguarded while leading the finance team in daily operations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties and responsibilities may change at any time.

SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

BENEFITS:

The MSU Alumni Foundation offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance (all of which are 90-100% employer-paid for employee-only coverage), 403(b) retirement plan with 7% employer contribution upon 1yr anniversary, up to 5 weeks’ paid time-off, 11 paid holidays, tuition assistance and more.

APPLICATIONS AND RECRUITMENT:

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume, and three professional references online. Recruitment will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The MSU Alumni Foundation is an equal employment opportunity employer who believes that diversity, equity and inclusion allow us to better serve our students and communities and are critical to supporting the mission of Montana State University as a land grant institution.