Assistant Treasurer

Responsible for the day-to-day management of the corporate treasury function, including the development and execution of the corporation's non-federal financing strategy. Directs debt issuance across cooperative lenders, commercial bank facilities, and private placements with institutional investors, and serves as a primary point of contact for lenders, investors, and the three major credit rating agencies in support of a strong investment-grade credit rating. Also oversees corporate cash flow, liquidity, investments, and debt management functions. Manages a team of 3 to 4 associates.

Education: BS/BA in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field; MBA preferred.

Experience: Ten (10) years with Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field (five years with MBA). Demonstrated experience executing debt issuances and managing lender, investor, and/or rating agency relationships. Utility, cooperative, or other capital-intensive, regulated-industry experience strongly preferred.

Equivalent Experience: At least fifteen (15) years experience in an area of responsibility in Finance or related field.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations: Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) preferred.

Specialized Skills (e.g., typing, computers, software, tools and equipment uses, etc.): Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, including the ability to present to executives, lenders, investors, and rating agencies; proficient PC skills with treasury workstation experience a plus; strong financial analytical and modeling skills; working knowledge of credit rating methodologies and RUS/federal financing and covenant requirements; and a high level of expertise in dealing with financial markets, investments and debt instruments.