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Job Description
Associate, Financial Services Developmental 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars 400 West Summit Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN 37902 Tennessee Valley Authority 377 reviews
Relocation benefits are not offered for this position.
Posting Open:
06/14/2026
Posting Close:
06/16/2026 11:59 PM EST Grade /
Salary:
Competitive We're seeking a detail-oriented individual who brings strong communication skills, effective time management abilities, and critical thinking/analyzing skills to the table. This is an entry-level opportunity in Knoxville, where candidates should hold a degree in accounting or finance, or closely related field, and feel comfortable conveying ideas clearly, staying organized, and meeting deadlines efficiently. We value self-starters and independent thinkers—while independence comes with experience, we're looking for someone who shows initiative and is eager to learn. We're looking for someone who demonstrates a keen eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in their work, while also contributing positively to our team environment and working well with colleagues. The role offers a blend of daily transaction responsibilities along with opportunities to work on special projects. It's a great chance to develop interpersonal skills by collaborating with various groups within TVA Finance, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, General Ledger team, corporate finance, corporate credit, and revenue billing. Professionalism is key, especially when interacting with external stakeholders such as customers and banking partners. In addition, the candidate will support work that contributes to the integrity of TVA's financial statements and a sound SOX control environment. Position Purpose This position is a Financial Services developmental role in which the incumbent may rotate among various financial services functional areas within FO&P, COA, EP, CES and Treasury. Incumbent will develop an understanding of the assigned business unit, both as it relates to its functional purpose and as it relates to its financial challenges. In a developmental capacity, the incumbent will learn FS standard work, strategies, philosophies, programs, and initiatives within the organization. Principal Accountabilities While in this professional, developmental role, the incumbent may rotate through various FS functional areas and/or business units and is expected to carry out the following duties: Become familiar with the TVA business, organization, key decision makers, FS processes and procedures. Incumbent will begin interacting with the FS leaders and team members while learning the key components that drive FS strategic direction. Develops working knowledge of critical FS functions including: finance & accounting; business planning; enterprise planning; portfolio management; treasury and commercial energy solutions. Learns to apply policies and procedures across the organizations; to recommend continuous improvement changes in support of business needs, and to proactively develop understanding of policies, procedures, and culture and communicate these to new and existing employees. Focuses on personal development and takes ownership in staying current in latest FS best-practices. Implement functions that effectively strengthen the TVA and customer partnership. Minimum Requirements Education - Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, marketing, analytics, business, engineering, or related degree. Experience - An internship, or comparable experience, in a financial services delivery function is desirable. Certification/License, etc — CPA, advanced finance degree is desirable but not required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities — Ability to develop best in class consultation, facilitation, negotiation, influence, and customer service skills. Understands competitive challenges as well as the financial services value proposition and is capable of developing the ability to identify key financial services strategies to complement organizational strategy. Candidate may be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance based on position / access requirements and essential job functions. Must be able to travel to different TVA locations. Equal Employment Opportunity TVA is an Equal Opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities. Any applicant or employee who believes s/he has a discrimination claim (including harassment or retaliation) must contact TVA's Equal Opportunity Compliance office within 45 calendar days of the event or action s/he believes to constitute discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Drug-Free Workplace All TVA Non-Nuclear employees are covered by TVA's Federal Drug-Free Workplace Program Plan, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, Public Law 100-71 and the Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing. Information regarding the Drug Free Workplace Program can be found at www.samhsa.gov/workplace. TVA Non-Nuclear employees in Testing Designated Positions, including those performing safety-sensitive duties are also subject to random drug testing. TVA Nuclear employees are subject to random alcohol and drug tests in accordance with 10 CFR Part 26 as mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). How to Claim Vet Preference If you are requesting to be considered as a preference-eligible veteran as outlined in the application process, you must submit your military documents before the posting close date indicated above. Be sure to include all supporting documentation: Form DD214 (member 2 or member 4 copy), a Veterans Disability Rating Letter from the VA (if applicable), and a completed form
TVA 3595.
If you will not get your DD214 until you are separated or retired, you can request a Statement of Service through your military personnel office. The Statement of Service must list your dates of military service, character of service, expected date of separation and any service-connected disability rating that you have been awarded from your branch of military service. Please submit your military documents each time you apply for a position. How to
Submit Documentation:
Upload documents in Step 7 of the application process. Email documents to careers@tva.gov More information about preference eligibility and a link to form TVA 3595, can be found at https://www.tva.gov/Careers/Claiming-Veteran-Preference . If you have a question about preference eligibility, please email Careers@tva.gov .
