Controller

Union Rural Electric Cooperative (URE) is seeking a forward-thinking, principled accounting professional to join our team as Controller. URE is a fast-growing member owned cooperative in Marysville, Ohio.

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will support the CFO by managing day-to-day financial operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

We are looking for a mission-aligned, people-first leader who can balance operational excellence with long-term strategic vision.

Candidates must bring demonstrated expertise in finance and accounting, preferably in the electric cooperative or utility sector, along with strong analytical and communication skills. A deep commitment to transparency, ethics, and accountability is non-negotiable, as is the emotional intelligence to foster trust and collaboration across teams.

Qualified candidates will possess experience in financial leadership roles, a track record of building resilient teams, and the integrity to serve our member-owners with care and competence.

Position Summary:

The Controller plans, directs, coordinates, reviews, and monitors all financial related procedures to ensure an accurate and current general ledger. The Controller also plays a key role in assisting the CFO with reporting, financial analysis and risk management.

Reporting Relationships:

- Reports to: CFO/Vice President of Finance and Accounting

- Supervises: Accounting group within the Finance and Accounting Department

Job Responsibilities:

- Responsible for the administration of all accounting systems.

- Responsible for the closing of, and the integrity of the general ledger on a monthly and annual basis.

- Establishes uniform accounting methods and procedures to account for labor costs, material and other operating expenditures utilized in general and utility plant operations, as prescribed in the Uniform System of Accounts – Electric (RUS Bulletin 1767B-1).

- Ensures adherence to GAAP procedures and methods.

- Serves as the internal auditor, providing frequent tests of the internal control processes and making sure certain accounts are in balance.

- Trains other company employees in effective use of the iVUE Financials software.

- Serves as the primary contact for independent financial audits and other governmental or regulatory audits.

- Collaborates with department heads in establishing procedures for improved workflow and reporting systems and monitors departmental activities to ensure compliance.

- Assists the CFO/Vice President of Finance and Accounting with budgeting, cash management and other various special projects as needed.

- Responsible for the accurate and timely filing of tax and information returns required by various governmental agencies.

- Responsible for timely invoicing, collection, and write-off of miscellaneous receivables by preparing and mailing of AR-Other invoices, monitoring the payment of and recommending the write off for uncollectable accounts when appropriate.

- Responsible for maintaining General Plant Asset inventory records and tracking asset locations.

- Responsible for tracking hours of part-time employees under their supervision to ensure monthly hours and annual hours are kept within limits to prevent additional benefit costs to the cooperative.

- Actively participates in community and civic activities using every opportunity to promote support for the cooperative’s objectives, plans, and programs.

- Provides support during major outages by assisting in whatever manner necessary as prescribed in the Emergency Outage Plan.

- Exercises professional courteous conduct in dealing with the members/consumers and other employees.

- Maintains a safe and clean working environment by adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.

- Assists in achieving a greater degree of teamwork by performing all other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience:

- A minimum of a four-year degree in accounting or related subject is required. CPA or MBA designation is required but may be waived with significant applicable experience.

- Five years experience in accounting and/or finance, preferably within the electric utility industry. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite is required.

Abilities & Skills:

- Must be able to carry out a complex project with minimal supervision.

- Must have good personal computing skills.

- Must be thorough and accurate in performing duties.

- Must possess good oral and written communication skills.

- Must be able to effectively interface with employees at all levels of the organization, members, general public and vendors.

- Must be able to operate personal computers and other office equipment.

- Must be able to pass the RUS Borrower Accounting (Electric) (ACCT8211) course within the first year of employment. (May be waived with significant applicable experience)

Working Conditions:

Normal office hours are 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM. Additional time outside of normal hours may be required for specific projects and service interruptions. Some travel by day and overnight stay for training may be required occasionally. Most of the activities are performed sitting at a desk.

Physical Effort:

Must be able to perform the activities listed in the position description.

Classification:

This position is classified as "exempt"

Benefits:

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- 401K (Traditional and Roth)

- Retirement Pension Plan

- Major Medical, Dental and Vision

- Long Term Disability

- Life Insurance and AD&D

- 9 Paid Holidays

- Volunteer Time Off

- Paid Parental Leave