Accounting Coordinator I

Accounting Coordinator I or II Accounts Payable

At Otter Tail Power Company, we are committed to delivering reliable energy and exceptional service to the communities we serve. We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounting Coordinator to join our Transaction Accounting team. This role is essential to ensuring accurate and timely processing of accounts payable transactions while supporting strong financial controls and operational excellence.

The Accounting Coordinator works closely with the accounts payable team, purchasing personnel, and accounting group to process invoices, coordinate payments, maintain supplier records, and support departmental objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, including three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
• Enter invoice information into the accounts payable system and route invoices through electronic approval workflows.
• Review invoices for proper coding, authorization, and sales tax treatment.
• Prepare payment batches and support timely supplier payments.
• Perform internal control responsibilities to support accurate financial reporting and compliance with company policies.
• Maintain supplier records and assist with monthly accounts payable closing activities.
• Serve as a backup for other accounts payable functions and support additional accounting activities as needed.
• Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers to resolve invoice and payment issues while providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred. Relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• Basic knowledge of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word. Experience with accounting systems is beneficial.
• Experience with Oracle Accounting Software is helpful but not required.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to accuracy.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth.
• This position is required to work in the Fergus Falls office, with some remote work opportunity.

At OTP, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, innovation, and service. We offer a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of powering the communities we serve. If you are looking for an opportunity to apply your accounting and administrative skills in a collaborative and purpose-driven organization, we encourage you to apply.

What We Offer

• Competitive wage & benefit package.
• The expected offer for base compensation for this role is $45,000 - $65,000 annually. The actual compensation within the compensation range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
• Incentive plans
• Employee Stock Ownership options
• Retirement Savings Fund with employer match
• Health, disability and life insurance plan options
• Our employees are provided training and development opportunities each year, including education reimbursement. 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!
• Mental health support from the experts at SupportLinc as well as competitive vacation and sick leave to ensure employees are at their best when they're working.