Vice President, Finance
Content + Source + Freshness • 14 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
The job holds high value due to significant leadership responsibilities, competitive pay structure, and strong career growth prospects in a reputable cooperative.
- Leadership position with strategic influence.
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits package.
- Opportunities for significant career growth.
- Requires extensive financial leadership experience.
Pros
- Potential for high-level financial decision-making and leadership impact.
- Opportunities to innovate in financial processes and systems.
- Comprehensive benefits including a robust 401(k) and health coverage.
Cons
- Requires extensive experience in financial leadership (10+ years).
- High expectations for strategic influence and stakeholder communication.
- Potential high-stress environment due to financial oversight.
Who it's for
Senior / Executive • On-site in Springfield, MO
Good fit
- Senior finance leaders
- Those with strategic financial experience
- Candidates interested in cooperative management
Not recommended for
- Recent graduates or entry-level candidates
- Individuals seeking remote or flexible work
- Those lacking years of relevant experience
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
We power communities with reliability, innovation, and a commitment to our people. We understand the strength that lies in both sound financial stewardship and the talent of our workforce. We are seeking an accomplished finance leader to join our team. This opportunity may be filled at the Vice President, Managing Director, or Senior Manager level - reflecting the selected candidate's experience, leadership depth, and strategic capability.
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this key leadership position influences decisions across the organization and industry. You’ll oversee AECI’s financial and treasury functions, providing direction that supports the Cooperative’s mission of delivering affordable, reliable power to members.
What You’ll Do:
- Provide strategic leadership for all financial and treasury activities, including long-term debt, liquidity, investment management, cash flow forecasting and financial risk mitigation.
- Partner with leaders across the organization to align financial planning with strategic priorities, and present as needed to executive management and the Board of Directors.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders including lenders, rating agencies, and the Rural Utilities Service (RUS).
- Oversee the negotiation and execution of financing agreements and ensure compliance with all financial covenants and internal controls.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a talented finance team, fostering collaboration, professional growth, and operational excellence.
- Champion innovation and process improvement in financial systems, reporting, and data analytics to enhance decision-making.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA, MAcc, or MS Finance) preferred.
- Priority will be given to candidates with 10+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, with proven success managing capital structure, investments, and treasury operations.
- Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
- Demonstrated ability to build relationships and negotiate effectively with lenders, rating agencies, and regulatory bodies.
- Professional certification (CPA, CMA, or CTP) preferred.
We welcome finance professionals at varying stages of their leadership journey to apply. Whether you bring senior-level strategic expertise or are ready to take the next step into executive leadership, this position may be for you. We are open to considering candidates to fill this role at the Vice President, Managing Director, or Senior Manager level based on relevant experience and qualifications.
What Associated provides:
- We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.
- Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve.
- We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work.
- Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
