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)
• 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
• A high level of expertise in dealing with financial markets, investments and debt instruments