Accounting Manager I

Otter Tail Corporation Careers•Lakeville, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for supervising and mentoring accounts payable and accounts receivable teams. The position involves the collection of accounts receivable and payment of accounts payable, ensuring appropriate reserves and accruals. Key duties include recording and maintaining leases, preparing monthly journal entries, assisting with month-end close and reporting, preparing recurring journal entries, analyzing and reconciling general ledger accounts, and performing variance analysis. The role also supports internal and external financial audits, assists with maintaining internal control and Sarbanes-Oxley processes, and identifies opportunities for business process improvements, revenue enhancement, cost reduction, or internal control strengthening, all while upholding the Company’s mission and values. The Accounting Manager I will also assist the Finance department with other projects as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
CPA license required.
5-10 years of Accounting/Finance experience with a demonstrated track record of increased responsibilities required.
Experience with manufacturing required.
Knowledge of accounting principles and the ability to apply them.
Strong organization and problem-solving skills.
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, and have good interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

2 years of supervisory experience preferred.
Microsoft D365, Basware, Billtrust, and Tagetik experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Supervising and mentoring accounts payable and accounts receivable teams.
Responsible for the collection of accounts receivable and payment of accounts payable. Ensure all related reserves and accruals are appropriate.
Responsible for recording and maintaining leases including preparation of monthly journal entries.
Assists with month end close and reporting including preparation of recurring journal entries, analysis and reconciliation of general ledger accounts, and variance analysis within income statement and balance sheet accounts.
Assists with both internal and external financial audits.
Assists with maintaining internal control and Sarbanes-Oxley Control processes and procedures.
Identifies opportunities for improving business processes, enhancing revenue, reducing costs or improving internal controls, while maintaining ethics and integrity congruent to the Company’s mission and values.
Assists Finance department with other projects as needed.