Accounting Officer Intermediate Jobs

Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)

• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employ & Econ Development Dept / Employ & Economic Dev-MAPE
• Travel Required: Yes, Up to 20% of the time
• Date Posted: 05/24/2023
• Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 05/30/2023.
• Classified Status: Classified
• Closing Date: 06/07/2023
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8am to 4:30pm
• Salary Range: $23.62 - $34.45 / hourly; $49,318 - $71,931 / annually
• Telework Eligible: Yes, this position may be eligible for some telework
• Division/Unit: CareerForce / Job Services Admin Services

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

As an Accounting Officer, Intermediate you will serve as a statewide Accounting Officer assisting with accounting functions such as monitoring and reconciling expenditures and encumbrances and purchasing for multiple locations. This role will participate in workplace innovation efforts and contributing to the team success. DEED is committed to radically increasing economic impacts for individuals and businesses that face systematic barriers to growth. This position will also contribute to building a positive internal culture that makes DEED an extraordinary place to work!

This position supports the fiscal operations of multiple Federal and State employment and training programs as we work together to help individuals gain sustainable employment. If you want to make an impact and help people create possibilities, come and be a part of our amazing team!

This position will report in office one (1) day per week to one of the following Job Service CareerForce Locations:

• Bloomington
• Mankato
• Saint Cloud
• Woodbury
• Alexandria
• South Minneapolis
• Hibbing
• Thief River Falls
• Winona
• Marshall
• Rochester
• Burnsville
• St. Paul- Downtown
• Monticello
• Blaine
• North Minneapolis
• Wilmar
• Duluth
• Brainerd
• Bemidji
• St. Paul- Midway

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

Minimum Qualifications

To receive credit for your education and experience, your resume should clearly describe how you meet each minimum and/or preferred qualification listed, including dates of employment.

One (1) year professional experience in accounting, accounts receivable, and/or accounts payable

OR

Associates degree in Accounting.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

Working knowledge of excel formulas and calculating.

Ability to:

• Manage multiple priorities at the same time to meet strict deadlines.
• Process invoices, monitor and reconcile program budgets.

Written and verbal communication skills to establish and maintain working relationships with all vendors, stakeholders, managers, and leadership.

Skill in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software applications to prepare spreadsheets, enter data into established spreadsheets, create formulas, generate routine reports, reconciliations, and other documents are necessary.

Incumbent must maintain valid driver's license, & insurance, OR have other reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree in Accounting.

Experience with Statewide Accounting and Procurement System (SWIFT) to compile, analyze, and interpret fiscal information or other types of accounting software.

Knowledge of CareerForce Employment Services and programs such as Wagner-Peyser, Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA), Dislocated Worker Program (DWP), Minnesota Family Investment Program (MFIP), Diversionary Work Program (DWP), and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) administrative contracts.

Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers.

A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Brooke Hancock at [email protected] or 651-259-7258.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Brooke Hancock at [email protected].

The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at [email protected]. Please indicate what assistance is needed.

About Department of Employment and Economic Development

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED’s mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. Our state’s economy is diverse and dynamic, enriched by creative entrepreneurs, established Fortune 500 companies, and a labor force that brings the Minnesota values of hard work and integrity to work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious.

DEED Is a Yellow Ribbon Agency. A Yellow Ribbon organization unites and coordinates all key areas within an organization to create a comprehensive network to proactively support servicemembers, veterans and military families.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Employer paid life insurance
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Public pension plan
• Vision coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Prescription drug coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Wellness programs and resources
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Training and professional development
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations 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 [email protected] and indicate what assistance is needed.