Controller
We have an opening for a Controller at our headquarters in Fergus Falls. Located in west central Minnesota, Fergus Falls is a friendly, thriving community with vibrant arts, growing businesses, award-winning healthcare, and excellent schools. Our company’s commitment is to environmental, economic, and community stewardship and we balance each decision we make with the impact it has on our friends and neighbors.
Join our more than 780 dedicated employees! For this role, we require a bachelor’s degree in accounting, CPA and/or CMA certification, and at least seven years of experience in advanced finance or accounting with supervisory experience. A master’s degree in business administration or accounting, as well as experience in a regulated electric utility environment, is preferred.
Responsibilities
This position requires thorough knowledge and skilled application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Uniform Systems of Accounts, Federal and State tax laws and regulations, and internal controls procedures and compliance aspects of the Internal Controls for Financial Reporting (SOX).
Qualified applicant will be a key financial leader that has accountability and oversight to general accounting and financial reporting; property and fixed assets accounting; taxes (income, sales, property and other); accounts receivable and payable; payroll; cash management; internal control structure for financial reporting (SOX compliant); joint plant accounting; capital budget process; and related business systems, processes, and controls.
We offer a competitive wage and benefit package.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.