Director - Accounting and Internal Controls
Duck River Electric Membership Corporation, Fredericksburg, VA, United States
Overview
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is seeking a
Director - Accounting & Internal Controls
who oversees the department’s accounting operations and ensures strict adherence to internal control policies and procedures.
This role provides strategic leadership in all accounting matters including month-end close, auditing, tax and external reporting for REC, while guiding accounting teams to maintain accuracy and integrity in financial data. The Director/Senior Director collaborates with executive leadership to develop and implement best practices for internal controls, drives process improvements, and supports organizational goals through effective resource management and staff development.
Responsibilities
Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting
Internal Controls, Compliance and Audit Oversight
Leadership & Strategic Collaboration
Qualifications This role requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field, with a master’s degree or advanced coursework in accounting or financial management strongly preferred. Candidates should hold, or be actively pursuing, a professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CIA. The ideal candidate will bring 8 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or internal controls, including at least 3 to 5 years in a senior leadership or management position overseeing complex financial operations and teams. A solid working knowledge of GAAP and RUS accounting standards is essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to professional development through ongoing learning, such as attending annual conferences, workshops, or industry seminars to maintain and enhance expertise.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship. Additionally, candidate must have ability to pass a pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings, REC and client specific background checks, and annual motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company and client policies.
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Director - Accounting & Internal Controls
who oversees the department’s accounting operations and ensures strict adherence to internal control policies and procedures.
This role provides strategic leadership in all accounting matters including month-end close, auditing, tax and external reporting for REC, while guiding accounting teams to maintain accuracy and integrity in financial data. The Director/Senior Director collaborates with executive leadership to develop and implement best practices for internal controls, drives process improvements, and supports organizational goals through effective resource management and staff development.
Responsibilities
Accounting Operations and Financial Reporting
Internal Controls, Compliance and Audit Oversight
Leadership & Strategic Collaboration
Qualifications This role requires a bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field, with a master’s degree or advanced coursework in accounting or financial management strongly preferred. Candidates should hold, or be actively pursuing, a professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CIA. The ideal candidate will bring 8 to 10 years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, finance, or internal controls, including at least 3 to 5 years in a senior leadership or management position overseeing complex financial operations and teams. A solid working knowledge of GAAP and RUS accounting standards is essential. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to professional development through ongoing learning, such as attending annual conferences, workshops, or industry seminars to maintain and enhance expertise.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the US without requiring current or future sponsorship. Additionally, candidate must have ability to pass a pre-employment and random drug and alcohol screenings, REC and client specific background checks, and annual motor vehicle record (MVR) according to company and client policies.
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