Opening Summary

As a Senior Auditor, you will independently lead financial, operational, compliance, and contractual audits that help safeguard AECI's assets, strengthen internal controls, and support sound business decisions. You'll partner with leaders and teams across the cooperative to assess risk, improve processes, and deliver clear, actionable recommendations that strengthen accountability and governance.

What You'll Do
• 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.

What You'll Need
• 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.
• Professional certification such as CPA or CIA.
• Working knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, IIA's International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), COSO Framework, and relevant compliance requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present audit findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Strong professional judgment, objectivity, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and organizational levels while supporting continuous improvement.

What Associated provides:

• We are committed to rewarding talent with top pay. Your efforts will be recognized with a total compensation package that reflects your experience and contributions.
• Plan for your future with confidence! We offer a robust 401(k) program with a generous employer match to help you build the financial future you deserve.
• We know how important work-life integration is. Recharge with PTO and enjoy paid holidays, ensuring you have time to unwind and pursue your passions outside of work.
• Your health matters to us! Stay covered beginning on your first day of employment with our premier healthcare plan that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.