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Financial Analyst III

Dairyland Power Cooperative · La Crosse, WI · $89,000–$133,500 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 22, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time your analysis changed a leader's mind.

What they are checking: Whether they can influence strategy with evidence and clear communication.

Tell me about a time you mentored a less experienced analyst.

What they are checking: Whether they can lead others' work, as a level III analyst often does.

What would you do

Your forecast is off from actual results by a wide margin. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they dig into the variance honestly and improve the model, rather than explain it away.

Two departments give you conflicting assumptions for a model. How do you resolve it?

What they are checking: Whether they bring people to agreement or show the impact of each view clearly.

About the work

Walk me through a financial model you built. What decision did it support?

What they are checking: Whether they have built models that drive real decisions, not just spreadsheets for reporting.

How would you choose KPIs for a generation and transmission cooperative?

What they are checking: Whether they understand what drives financial health in a member-owned utility.

Leadership wants to know whether a large capital project makes sense. How would you analyze it?

What they are checking: Whether they can use methods like NPV and scenario analysis and explain the assumptions clearly.

How does a cooperative's financial goals differ from an investor-owned company's?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the cooperative model, where member rates matter more than profit.

How would you present a complex analysis to a board that isn't made up of finance experts?

What they are checking: Whether they can simplify without losing what matters for the decision.

What would you look at to understand how fuel and market prices affect the cooperative's results?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the big cost drivers in the power business.

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The full job description

As published by Dairyland Power Cooperative.

Are you ready to join an organization where we focus on People First, have fun at work and make a difference in what we do? Dairyland is proud of our People First culture centered around appreciation, celebrating wins and collaboration. We’ve worked hard to ensure alignment between our culture and our processes and systems, learning and development and rewards and recognition programs. As a team, we work together to leverage the team’s diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences to deliver nothing less than the best. We are collaborative, transparent and committed to our People and their work experience, growth and professional development. Hiring Salary Range: $89,000-$133,500 (5+ Years Relevant Experience) Compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including but not limited to education, work experience, and certifications. The actual offer may vary, reflecting the candidate's unique blend of experience, educational background, and skill level. The Impact You'll Make in this role: The Financial Analyst III will lead complex financial analyses and support high-level strategic planning. This role requires a deep understanding of financial principles and significant experience in financial modeling and analysis. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs). • Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management. Participate in and lead special projects and initiatives. • Conduct transmission rate analysis, and preparation of complex financial reports. • Develop sophisticated financial analysis and modeling. • Lead the annual budgeting process and long-term financial planning. • Complete MISO Attachment O/GG/MM processes. • Ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies, regulatory requirements, and commercial commitments. • Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field required, master’s degree preferred. Five (5) years of experience in a position in a finance, economic or accounting function required. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Skills: Exceptional analytical abilities and effective listening, verbal, written communication skills are required. Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles required. Ability to perform detailed and very visible work with a high degree of accuracy. Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling. Advanced proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and presentation skills also required. Must have demonstrated experience with Power BI. Experience in performing transmission rate analysis and comparative analysis of proposals for financing, constructing, owning, and operating high-voltage transmission lines and/or substations preferred. Ability to conduct transmission rate analysis and financial analysis for competitive transmission projects. Familiarity with MISO Attachment O/GG/MM processes preferred. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand/sit; walk; use hands/fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Job Characteristics : Confidentiality and consistent ethical behavior is required. Occasionally, alternate schedules might be needed to meet deadlines. Ability to manage multiple projects is important. Some job duties and responsibilities may require interactions with Executive Management, Board of Directors and the Dairyland Managers’ Association (DMA). Dairyland Benefits: We are committed to providing our greatest asset, our People, with as many perks and benefits as possible. Some benefits of working with us include: - Health & disability benefits (medical, dental, vision, short & long-term disability) - Life insurance - Generous 401(k) and Pension Plans - Paid Time Off - Robust Wellness Program - New Flexible Work Program - Tuition Reimbursement - So much more! Dairyland Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, contact our HR Department at 608-788-4000.

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