Finance Manager

About CORE

CORE Electric Cooperative is the largest member-owned electric distribution cooperative in Colorado dedicated to providing reliable, affordable, clean, and safe electric service to our communities.

With a commitment to innovation and member satisfaction, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our members while maintaining the highest standards of service excellence.

About the job

Reporting to the Controller, this role manages CORE’s daily financial operations, including accounting, asset management, budgeting, and forecasting.

The Finance Manager supports the Controller in preparing financial reports, maintaining accurate accounting records, and ensuring a robust system of internal controls.

The Finance Manager guides internal teams on financial reporting standards and oversees the annual budget process in collaboration with department leaders.

They also advise management on regulatory or financial matters, coordinating with external consultants when needed.

This is an exempt onsite position at our Sedalia office, located at 5496 North U.S.

Highway 85, Sedalia, CO 80135.

You will...

Budgeting & Forecasting:


* Lead the development, monitoring, and reporting of the annual financial and departmental budgets, including preparation of the Board reporting package, documentation of key milestones, and monthly forecasting updates.


* Serve as the primary contact for the budgeting software, including coordinating system upgrades and communicating changes to users.


* Proactively identify and advise on a timely basis of potential budgetary issues; advise and recommend actions to upper management, as appropriate, to ensure the achievement of the approved budget.



* Analyze and explain budget variances, assist in KPI development, and support risk analysis and mitigation strategies.


* Conduct financial analysis and modeling to support strategic decisions, track industry trends, and develop forward-looking financial plans.

Asset Management & Inventory:


* Oversee fixed asset accounting within the enterprise resource system, including related processes and reconciliations.


* Ensure timely closure of work orders and transfer of general plant items to fixed assets.


* Supervise the Fixed Asset Accountant and Work Order Technician.


* Coordinate monthly with the engineering department to support accurate and timely work order processing.


* Collaborate with fleet & facilities to properly set up new vehicles in the asset and fleet management systems.


* Review audit and property tax support schedules related to fixed assets.


* Identify and implement opportunities for automation and process improvement to enhance efficiency and internal controls.


* Provide inventory accounting oversight, including reconciliation, analysis, and support for periodic physical inventories.

Reporting & Compliance:


* Preparation of tax reports and schedules for all sales, use, and income taxes.


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