Vice President of Accounting and Finance 

Gibson Electric Membership Corporation is seeking highly qualified candidates for a Vice President of Accounting and Finance position in its Trenton, Tennessee corporate office.  This position manages the accounting and finance functions for Gibson EMC, a 35,000 member cooperative with approximately $80 million in revenue and more than $118 million in electric plant.

Specifically, the VP of Accounting and Finance manages Gibson EMC’s accounting processes and procedures as required by regulatory agencies; maintains the general ledger; provides financial reports for local, state and federal agencies; ensures timely payment of the cooperative’s accounts payables; ensures accurate monthly billing to members; maintains accurate accounting of members’ accounts; prepares bi-monthly payroll; conducts bi-annual inventory; and ensures appropriate resolution of any issues which may be identified by external auditors.  This position prepares financial reports and analyses for the Board of Trustees, President and CEO, and regulatory agencies; oversees the development and integration of the annual budget; reviews the budget monthly to ensure financial objectives are met, and identifies and resolves major variances.  This position also monitors Gibson EMC’s financial position to ensure the most effective utilization of assets; recommends actions to accomplish the cooperative’s financial objectives; and manages cash flow to maximize use of the cooperative’s funds, and ensure financial resources are available.  

Qualified candidates will possess a CPA and have at least five years of accounting and finance experience, with at least three years of supervisory experience.  Accounting and finance experience in a utility setting, with a strong knowledge of RUS, TVA and FASB specifications and SEDC software, is preferred.  Candidates must have the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of highly sensitive information and meet deadlines under pressure.  Candidates also must be able to effectively communicate and contribute to the management team.

This position reports to the President and CEO and receives an excellent benefit package.  Qualified candidates should send a resume, including education, professional credentials, work and salary history, and work references to ralexander@gibsonemc.com or to Rita Alexander, Human Resources, P.O. Box 47, Trenton, TN 38382.  Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

 Gibson EMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.