Discover a POWERful career at Associated Electric!  Our organization offers challenging and rewarding work with career development and internal mobility opportunities - all within a family friendly and community centric culture.   Our purpose is simple - to provide safe, reliable and affordable energy for our member-owners. At Associated Electric, one of the largest electric cooperatives in the nation, opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute new ideas in an ever-changing industry are endless.

We are currently seeking applicants for an Auditor in the Audit Services department of our Executive Division located in Springfield, MO.  This position involves conducting audit engagements that consist of operational, financial, compliance, and contract audits at AECI and member Generation & Transmission cooperatives, inventory observations, risk assessments, reviewing corporate policies and procedures, and conducting investigations.  All experience levels will be considered.

What a day in the job looks like:

• Gains an understanding of AECI’s financial accounting system
• Applies accounting and auditing principles
• Assists with member owner audits
• Completes tasks outlined within audit programs and reports on findings
• Reviews and documents accounting transactions and operational procedures
• Performs physical inventory counts and evaluates results
• Reviews internal controls

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• Understanding of accounting principles
• Ability to analyze and organize information in a logical format
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment and is receptive to feedback
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 15%

As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits.  We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events.  Associated’s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources.  Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact! 

To learn more and apply for a position, please visit www.aeci.org/careers. You will be able to upload additional applicant documents (i.e. resume, cover letter). AECI is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action in all aspects of employment. Please contact us if you require assistance in filling out an application. Individuals with disabilities should request reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to an appointment.

Posting Date: 5/4/2023

An equal opportunity employer and provider/disability/veteran.

About Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc.

As an employer of choice and a certified Great Place to Work, Associated provides employees competitive compensation, 401k with an employer match, health, paid leave for family planning (including adoption), paid disability leave and other benefits. We support employees in their journey to physical, financial, emotional and social well-being and we encourage employees to enjoy time away with Paid Time Off, paid holidays and volunteerism in community events. Associated’s culture includes workforce flexibility options with opportunities for personal and professional growth including tuition reimbursement and development planning resources. Come join a team where your talents are appreciated, your voice is heard, and your work has an impact!

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