Accountant/Financial Analyst

Classification: Business Analyst

Work Hours: 40+ hours / week: M - F

About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 501,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role:  Do you want to play a role in driving financial insights and operational excellence? As an Accountant/Financial Analyst at KUB, your primary responsibilities will include leading budgeting and forecasting efforts, conducting detailed cost studies, and analyzing complex financial data to inform decision-making. You'll be involved in preparing journal entries, financial statements, and grant reimbursement requests, as well as developing comprehensive reports and spreadsheets. This role requires close collaboration with internal teams and external partners. It’s an ideal fit for someone with a strong background in corporate or public accounting or finance who thrives on precision, analysis, and meaningful impact. Quality performance, flexibility, and excellent customer service are required.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements:

Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field such as accounting, finance, economics, or business analytics from an accredited four-year college or university

Strong analytical skills and experience with complex data

Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and team skills

Ability to work independently and prioritize projects to meet deadlines

Experience and proficiency with MS Office products, particularly Excel

Maintain a valid driver's license

Preferred Requirements: 

CPA, CMA, or advanced degree in applicable field

Three (3) years experience in relevant field

Experience in the utility industry

Selection Process

About the Selection Process:

Phase 1 – Apply online at www.kub.org

Phase 2 – Experience, training, and education evaluation

Phase 3 – Interview with department representatives

Phase 4 – Written, performance, and behavioral exercises

Phase 5 – Background Investigation

Phase 6 – Physical assessment and/or drug screen*

*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program

If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer