Helena names Montana DPHHS deputy director Kim Aiken as city finance director

September 18, 2026 - 17:13

City officials in Helena have selected Kim Aiken to serve as the next finance director. Aiken currently holds the position of deputy director at the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. The announcement came on Wednesday, confirming a significant shift in the city's financial leadership.

Aiken brings extensive experience in managing large-scale public budgets and administrative operations at the state level. In her current role, she has been responsible for overseeing critical fiscal strategies and departmental spending within one of the state's largest agencies. Her background in public health administration has prepared her for the complex budgetary challenges facing municipal governments.

The appointment follows a search for a candidate capable of navigating Helena's fiscal priorities. City leaders expressed confidence in Aiken's ability to manage taxpayer resources effectively. Her transition from state government to city administration marks a new chapter for the local finance department.

Aiken is expected to assume her new duties in the coming weeks. She will take over the department responsible for the city's accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting. Her tenure will begin as the city addresses ongoing infrastructure needs and plans for future economic development.