Finance Director (2026-018)

About the role

Benton REA invites applicants for a full-time Finance Director role permanently based out of our brand-new West Richland office (located near Keene and Van Giesen). The Finance Director performs complex executive work planning, organizing, and directing the activities and personnel of the Finance Department, including accounting, budget, debt management, financial reporting, treasury management, accounts receivable and payable, customer service, and related tasks. The role involves setting policies and goals under the direction of the Vice President of Energy and Finance, ensuring accurate financial reporting, compliance with regulations and accounting standards, effective internal controls, and sound management of programs, investments, grants, and operational funds.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the activities of the Finance Department.
• Oversee accounting, budgeting, debt management, financial reporting, and treasury management.
• Manage accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.
• Set departmental policies and goals under executive direction.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and accounting standards.
• Maintain effective internal controls.
• Supervise assigned personnel.
• Manage programs, investments, grants, and operational funds.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Six (6) years of accounting experience, preferably in a utility.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience that allows successful performance of the essential job functions.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Experience with annual organization-wide budget processes.
• Knowledge of RUS and FERC accounting practices and principles.
• Experience in financial statement preparation and analysis.
• Strong team player with forward-thinking and process improvement mindset.
• Strong technical aptitude.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with a 14% employer match (7% employee contribution required).
• 20 hours of PTO per month (0-4 years of service).
• 2 floating holidays (10 hours each) annually.
• 9 paid holidays (10 hours each) annually.
• 4x10 work schedule, with every Friday off.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and STD (two medical plan options).

High-Deductible Health Plan with HSA:

• 100% employer-paid, 93% employee enrollment.
• Deductible: $1,650 individual / $3,300 family.
• 90% coinsurance after deductible is met.
• Up to $600 employer match to HSA (family).

PPO Medical:

• Employee pays $265.05 individual / $630.66 family per month.
• Deductible: $300 individual / $600 family.
• 90% coinsurance after deductible is met.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous Tuition Assistance Program.
• Training and Development opportunities.

Schedule

4x10 work schedule, with every Friday off.