Staff Energy Auditor

Christianson PLLP•Willmar, MN

4d•$65,000 - $72,500•Remote

About The Position

An Energy Compliance Auditor performs attestation engagements to determine, document, and test whether clients’ operational data complies with regulatory standards, following the firm’s quality control procedures. The role also researches, evaluates, and summarizes renewable fuel regulatory programs and standards, and assists with developing audit and verification programs for the renewable fuels industry. The position is remote, with normal working hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The salary range is $65,000–$72,500. Christianson is a locally and nationally respected CPA and consulting firm serving clients in industries including agribusiness, manufacturing, biofuels, and health care. The firm describes its work environment as challenging and fast-paced, with opportunities for advancement, further education, collaboration, community involvement, and employee growth. It offers continuing education, internal councils and committees focused on wellness, engagement, and diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an annual onsite all-staff retreat called “Camp Christianson.”

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and other staff.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills, with attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

A two- or four-year degree in business, accounting, finance, management, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare attestation engagements in accordance with established standards, including agreed-upon procedures and audit reports.
Collect and analyze data related to renewable fuel production facilities to determine regulatory compliance.
Develop and maintain a basic understanding of the EPA Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), the West Coast Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS), and regulatory changes.
Validate pathways through the firm’s Quality Assurance Program (QAP) under the Renewable Fuel Standard.
Research new regulatory releases affecting renewable fuels compliance programs and interpret and summarize those programs.
Research, evaluate, and summarize renewable fuel regulatory programs and standards.
Assist with developing audit and verification programs for the renewable fuels industry.
Participate in business development and cultivate relationships to strengthen the employee and the firm.
Work with clients and firm staff to perform engagements in accordance with the firm’s quality control procedures.