Bluebonnet is one of the largest electric cooperatives in the state. Since 1939, we've been committed to providing safe, reliable and affordable power to our neighbors in 14 Central Texas counties. Today, we're among the most progressive, technologically advanced utility companies in the country.

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Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with processing high volumes of departmental purchase orders and invoices
• Ensure appropriate coding and categorization of all purchase orders and invoices
• Troubleshoot invoicing errors and work independently with outside vendors to correct
• Monitor and track departmental budget(s) and generate reports/updates as required
• Perform detailed forecasting and variance analysis
• Work with the Accounting department regularly to ensure budget goals are met
• Act as a primary contact for external resources including outside organizations and agencies
• Create and maintain various divisional and departmental reports and presentations of a routine or complex nature as needed
• Organize and attend departmental meetings, activities, and functions
• Maintain professional working relationships with all employees, members, and vendors at all times
• Maintain regular attendance; arrive to work on time and ready to work
• Use safe work practices at all times and in all situations
• Must be able to appropriately handle confidential information and act within the practices established by the Bluebonnet Red Flag policy

Education and Experience:

• Utility industry experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree strongly preferred
• Must possess 2 - 3 years of administrative or accounting/financial experience

Licensing and Certification:

• Valid Texas driver's license
• Must be certified in CPR, First Aid, AED, and Blood-borne pathogens

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Possess strong attention to detail and ability to effectively multi-task
• Advanced knowledge of current developments in areas of interest to the department
• Thorough knowledge of Bluebonnet policies and guidelines
• Excellent planning, time management, and organizing skills
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Ability to research and analyze complex and diverse data
• Skill in problem solving including problem identification, fact-finding, research, analysis, and solution development
• Ability to effectively use MS Office products
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and Smartsheet functionality
• Writes clearly and informatively and presents numerical data effectively
• Works well in a team environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and positively; focused on improvement or problem resolution in a constructive, positive, and professional manner
• Able to speak confidently in front of departmental groups
• Interpersonal skills that result in effective working relationships with peers, members, and vendors

Tools and Equipment Used:

• Office Equipment including computer, printer, copier, fax, etc.
• May be required to drive a cooperative vehicle

Physical Demands:

• Requires repetitive motion of hands and fingers such as dialing and keyboarding
• Light lifting of up to 10 pounds

Work Environment:

• Typical office environment
• Hours are consistent with normal business operations as well as employee and member requirements
• Travel to various Bluebonnet offices to assist in operations
• Attendance at evening meetings, conferences, workshops and other professional meetings including overnight travel may be required

Applications will be accepted through May 6, 2024

Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.