Director, Finance

Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 145,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc. is seeking an experienced financial leader to drive strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and governance for the organization.

The role requires a minimum of seven years in finance within the utilities sector, including four in management, with strong expertise in GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting. Candidates should have a track record of delivering accurate, transparent financials and guiding executive decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in Finance or related roles within the utility sector including four (4) years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present annual business plans aligned with organizational strategy, including revenue targets, KPIs, budget and headcount recommendations, and project timelines integrated across departments.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all financial reporting functions, managing core financial management and control processes.
• Direct rate and revenue management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial resource allocation to ensure fiscal sustainability and operational efficiency.
• Oversee budget development, grant monitoring, and comprehensive financial reporting to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability.
• Lead development, implementation, and governance of financial systems, ensuring compliance with GAAP, statutory requirements, and internal controls.
• Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, and protocols to promote regulatory compliance and sound financial practices.
• Deliver authoritative financial recommendations to senior leadership, influencing short- and long-term business decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure departmental compliance with external regulations, codes, and internal policies to mitigate risk and protect organizational integrity.
• Coach and mentor staff to enhance leadership capacity and support talent development; set performance objectives and take corrective actions.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

GAAP knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business Administration/Accounting

Master's degree preferred

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Develop and present annual business plans aligned with organizational strategy, including revenue targets, KPIs, budget and headcount recommendations, and project timelines integrated across departments. Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all financial reporting functions, managing

core financial management and control processes.

Direct rate and revenue management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial resource allocation to ensure

fiscal sustainability and operational efficiency. Oversee budget development, grant monitoring, and comprehensive financial reporting to ensure accuracy, transparency, and accountability. Lead the development, implementation, and governance of financial systems, ensuring compliance with group accounting standards, statutory requirements, GAAP, and internal controls.

Establish and maintain financial policies, procedures, and protocols to promote regulatory

compliance and sound financial practices. Deliver authoritative financial and technical recommendations to senior leadership, influencing short- and long-term business decisions and strategic initiatives.

Ensure departmental compliance with external regulations, voluntary codes, and internal policies to mitigate risk

and protect organizational integrity. Assess departmental capabilities, identify skill gaps, and implement formal development frameworks to strengthen performance and succession planning.

Coach and mentor staff to enhance leadership capacity and support talent development. Set clear performance

objectives, monitor results, hold team members accountable, and implement corrective actions to achieve annual business goals. Perform other duties as directed.

THIS LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE

SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor' s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related field is required. Master's degree is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of seven (7) years of professional related experience in Finance or related roles within the utility sector including four (4) years of management experience. Experience in interpreting strategy and policy to set and deliver objectives within medium to long time.

Additional Information

Must successfully complete NIMS Training within one year of entering job. Works in the office under good conditions. Physical Demands: Requires sedentary work involving standing or walking for brief periods, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis; and some dexterity in operating office equipment. The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing and speaking abilities.

Primary Location: USA-TN-Memphis

Work Locations: AB01 David F Hansen Admin Bldg 220 South Main Street Memphis 38101-0430

Minimum Salary: 145,392.00

Midpoint Salary: 181,750.40