Job Information
State of Minnesota Accounting Technician in Brainerd, Minnesota
Working Title: Accounting Technician
Job Class: Accounting Technician
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 77360
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 6/6/2024
Closing Date : 6/26/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Ecological & Water Resources
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $21.60 - $30.52 / hourly; $45,100 - $63,725 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical / AFSCME
Work Area : Division of Ecological & Water Resources, specific locations defined below.*
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Department of Natural Resources is currently hiring a full time Accounting Technician to support financial activities within the Division of Ecological & Water Resources (EWR). The position provides administrative assistance through fiscal review of invoices, payroll support, financial transactions and reporting. Primary responsibilities include:
Performing and maintaining accounting transactions and reporting that are accurate, up to date and available to management.
Generating invoices so that the division can bill for services rendered and for federal reimbursements.
Ensuring that all invoices reference correct funds so that receipts are deposited accurately and in a timely fashion.
Serve as one of EWR's Central Office purchasers, preparing and recording purchases internally.
Establish and monitor blanket purchase orders for annual Division Wide Billings (DWSC).
Backup monitoring and administration of EWR's P-Card program.
*The selected candidate will have the option to report to one of the following regional locations: St. Paul, Bemidji, Grand Rapids, or New Ulm. Specific location will be determined at the time of selection.
This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a full or part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
Documented one (1) year of experience working in an office environment with knowledge of office procedures and equipment sufficient to communicate via email, process documents, perform data entry, and audit documents.
Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports, locate errors, and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems.
Mathematical skills sufficient to calculate, review, and reconcile data.
Demonstrated time management and organizational skills to prioritize a large volume of work, maintain accuracy, and meet deadlines.
Communication and human relations skills sufficient to work effectively and cooperatively with a variety of internal and external clients.
Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers, and other office equipment such as calculators.
Preferred Qualifications
Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting or Finance.
Three (3) years of technical accounting experience or financial auditing work.
Experience with departmental purchasing, purchase orders, and working with external vendors to source product.
Experience in SWIFT, SEMA4, EIOR, WIRES, MPARS, Professional Services and Internal Billings.
Additional Requirements
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. All job offers are contingent upon passing the following components:
Employment Reference Check
SEMA4 Records Check
Criminal History Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Education/license verification
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.