Controller - Northeast Power, Palmyra, MO
- Type
- Full Time
Job Details
Northeast Missouri Electric Power Cooperative (Northeast Power) has an immediate opening for a Controller at the Palmyra, Missouri location. Northeast Power is a transmission cooperative delivering power to northeast Missouri and southeast Iowa.
This full-time, exempt position is ideal for an experienced accounting professional who enjoys financial reporting, accounting operations, regulatory compliance and leading a team.
What You Will Do:
As Controller, you will oversee daily accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting and maintain strong internal controls while supporting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and supervising accounting staff. You will:
- Direct monthly and annual financial closing processes, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, journal entries and financial statements
- Ensure accurate accounting records and financial reporting in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable Rural Utilities Service (RUS) requirements
- Supervise and develop accounting personnel, including Accounts Payable functions, while promoting accuracy, accountability and efficient operations
- Oversee cash activity, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, accounts receivable, inventory and fixed asset accounting
- Coordinate the annual external audit, regulatory reporting, tax filings and other accounting compliance requirements
- Direct accounting for construction projects, capital assets, depreciation, capital credits and subsidiary operations
- Review purchased power costs, member billing and annual power supplier settlements
- Maintain effective internal controls, safeguard Cooperative assets and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and systems
- Work closely with the CFO and other departments to resolve accounting issues, provide financial information and support sound business decisions
What You Will Get:
We value our employees and are committed to supporting their well-being, professional growth and long-term success. In addition to our competitive pay, our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive insurance coverage – Medical, dental and vision insurance to support the health and wellness of you and your family.
- Strong financial future – Two (2) robust retirement plans to help you build long-term security.
- Family protection – Employer-paid life insurance for employee, spouse and child, plus long-term disability coverage.
- Work-life balance – Generous vacation, sick leave and 10 paid holidays per year.
- Peace of mind on the go – Business travel accident insurance and an AirMedCare membership for your household.
- Flexible options – Supplemental life insurance and Aflac policies available through convenient payroll deduction.
Requirements
What We Are Looking For:
We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented accounting professional with strong analytical, leadership and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration with substantial accounting coursework; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered
- Minimum seven (7) years of progressively responsible accounting experience, including financial reporting, month-end closing, reconciliations and supervision or substantive review of accounting staff
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation preferred
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, internal controls, fixed assets and cost accounting
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with integrated accounting systems and financial reporting
- Experience with electric utility or cooperative accounting, RUS requirements, NISC iVUE or other capital-intensive industries preferred
- Strong organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines
- Ability to lead and develop employees, collaborate across departments and communicate complex financial information effectively
- High degree of professionalism, integrity and confidentiality
- Valid Class E or equivalent driver's license and ability to maintain required licensing and insurability
Contact Information
Apply online at www.northeast-power.coop/careers. This job posting will remain open until filled, with priority consideration given to those candidates who submitted their application November 6, 2026.