Capital Projects & Fixed Asset Accountant I

Otter Tail Corporation; Fergus Falls (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Incentive plans

ESOP

Retirement match

Health insurance

Education reimbursement

Leadership development

Mental health support

Vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Otter Tail Power Company in Fergus Falls, MN is seeking an analytical Accountant I, Work Order Accountant to support capital construction projects from setup through capitalization and plant-in-service reporting. You will work with engineering, operations, customer service, and accounting to ensure assets are accurately accounted for.

This role offers growth in fixed asset and capital project accounting, with responsibilities including project cost analysis, asset records, monthly and year-end

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting processes, and account reconciliations.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret financial and operational data.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting and reporting of capital construction projects and fixed assets.
• Review and process construction work orders and assist with project capitalization activities.
• Analyze project costs, maintain fixed asset records, and support plant-in-service accounting.
• Perform reconciliations and financial analyses related to capital projects and plant assets.
• Partner with engineering, operations, project sponsors, and other business areas to support timely and accurate project completion.
• Assist with process improvements, internal controls, and compliance with accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial reporting activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Accounting principles

Financial reporting

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Otter Tail Power Company in Fergus Falls, MN is seeking an analytical Accountant I, Work Order Accountant to support capital construction projects from setup through capitalization and plant-in-service reporting. You will work with engineering, operations, customer service, and accounting to ensure assets are accurately accounted for.

This role offers growth in fixed asset and capital project accounting, with responsibilities including project cost analysis, asset records, monthly and year-end