Senior Auditor: Lead Risk & Internal Controls Expert

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Healthcare plan

Job summary

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a Senior Auditor to independently lead financial, operational, compliance, and contractual audits across our expansive network.

You will partner with leaders to assess risk, strengthen internal controls, and deliver actionable recommendations to governance bodies. This role offers opportunities to mentor junior auditors, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to a robust Audit Services function while supporting continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Typically 5–12 years of related audit, accounting, finance, or risk experience, including experience independently leading audits of varying complexity.
• CPA or CIA certification.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, IPPF, COSO Framework, and relevant compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong professional judgment, objectivity, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and organizational levels while supporting continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk-based audits of varying complexity, from planning and testing through reporting and follow-up.
• Evaluate internal controls, business processes, compliance requirements, and operational risks to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare well-supported audit findings and present conclusions and recommendations to management, executives, and the Board of Directors.
• Build collaborative relationships across AECI and with member G&T cooperatives, consultants, and external auditors.
• Provide guidance on technical accounting and audit matters while supporting risk assessments and internal control reviews.
• Mentor and help develop junior auditors while contributing to a strong, collaborative Audit Services team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Mentoring juniors

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA certification

Job description

Associated Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a Senior Auditor to independently lead financial, operational, compliance, and contractual audits across our expansive network.

You will partner with leaders to assess risk, strengthen internal controls, and deliver actionable recommendations to governance bodies. This role offers opportunities to mentor junior auditors, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to a robust Audit Services function while supporting continuous improvement in a