Alliance Communications Cooperative, a fiscally strong, member-owned broadband provider serving communities across South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa, is seeking a forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This opening comes as the result of the planned retirement of our long-tenured financial leader.

Alliance delivers over 15,000 connections through a 100% fiber network, providing rural communities with world-class connectivity. The CFO will guide the financial strategy that fuels this mission and support the continued growth of one of the region’s most respected telecommunications cooperatives.

The CFO is a key member of Alliance’s executive leadership team, responsible for shaping long-term financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing all accounting and financial operations. This role demands a highly strategic leader who can operate confidently in a dynamic telecommunications and cooperative environment. Telecom experience is preferred but not required for candidates with exceptional financial and operational leadership skills.

What You’ll Do

Lead strategic financial planning and capital investment decisions
Oversee accounting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial reporting
Ensure compliance with GAAP, FCC, USAC, IRS, and multi-state cooperative regulations
Support grant funding applications and broadband expansion initiatives
Mentor and develop the finance team
Partner with the CEO and Board on financial direction and performance

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance required; MBA preferred
CPA/CMA strongly preferred
5–10+ years of financial leadership (telecom experience a plus, not required)
Strong strategic mindset with hands-on execution abilities
Experience with capital planning, regulatory reporting, and financial modelling

Why Alliance & the Region

Headquarters in Garretson, SD, minutes from Sioux Falls (metro population ~300,000)
Small-town living with big-city amenities nearby—concerts, restaurants, shopping
Low crime, family-focused communities, and plentiful outdoor recreation
Easy travel with multiple major airlines out of Sioux Falls Regional Airport

What We Offer

Competitive salary and full benefits (health, dental, vision, pension, 401k)
Generous PTO, holidays, training, and volunteer time
Cooperative membership perks

ALLIANCE COMMUNICATIONS COOPERATIVE, INC.

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