Accounting Assistant/Buyer

Position: Accounting Assistant/Buyer (Part-Time)

Location: Big Stone Plant

Description:

At Otter Tail Power, our employees help us to serve the communities we support by producing reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible electricity. Our employees' impact can take many forms. In this role, the Accounting Assistant/Buyer will handle the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and the Purchasing for all Big Stone Plant needs.

Some examples of those activities will include:

• Approving and Submitting invoices for Purchase Orders and Direct Payments.
• Processing inquiries, requisitions, and approving and creating Purchase Orders for material and inventory stock to maintain the reliable operation of the Plant.
• Process Receiving reports on Purchase Orders.
• Approve and submit Invoices for payment.
• Maintaining Plant records and monthly reports.
• Submitting Expense Reports.

Qualifications:

We're seeking candidates with a wide range of skills while aligning with our values: Integrity, Safety, Community, Resourcefulness, Customer Service and People. Some examples of what we're looking for include:

• Possess excellent organizational skills and have a high attention to details.
• A two-year degree in accounting or a business-related field, or equivalent business work experience, is required.
• Knowledge of accounting practices, Oracle, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related computer software and office equipment is preferred.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work well with others and administer projects.
• Must be able to communicate in written and oral forms.
• Must demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Offering:

We believe employment is a partnership and we expect excellence from our talented employees. To support our employees and help drive their career experience and goals.

• Competitive wage & benefit package.

• The expected base compensation for this role is $19.60 - $23.52 per hour. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.

• Typically around 25 hours per week, with flexibility depending on the company's weekly or monthly requirements.

• Incentive plans

• Employee Stock Ownership options

• Retirement Savings Fund with employer match

• Health, disability and life insurance plan options

• Training - our average employee spends approximately 30 hours in training and development each year! This includes safety - one of our values and key to our success - technical, compliance and developmental training.

• Career development is critical to our long-term success. Otter Tail Power employees have opportunities to participate in various leadership development programs, gain access to an a la carte online leadership course catalog, receive mentorship from current leaders and more!

• Access to mental health support from the experts via SupportLinc.

If this sounds like a great fit for you, apply today. Don't wait too long though! To apply, visit our careers page at www.otpco.com. We'll accept applications through July 7, 2025.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.