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Working Title:

Accounting Officer - Accounting ll

Institution:

Saint Paul College

Classification Title:

Accounting Officer

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

St. Paul

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$23.63 - $34.18

Job Description

Job Summary:

This position exists to perform accounting practices and procedures related to customer services to students and funding agencies for the collection of tuition and miscellaneous fees. This includes the maintenance of accurate accounting records of the various accounts which impact student transactions. This position is responsible for processing refunds to students and sponsoring agencies in accordance with College policies; assisting in the disbursement and distribution of grant and scholarship funds via BankMobile in accordance with the guidelines provided to us by sponsors; processing and distributing of State and Federal grant and student loan funds via BankMobile and calculation of Title IV return of funds when required; disbursing funds and maintaining the accounting records for the Student Senate Emergency Funding account. Respond to emails and phone calls to the Tuition Office relating to Tuition Office policies and Saint Paul College Card questions.

Job Duties:

+ Daily Banking

+ Bank Reconciliation Research and Back-up

+ Maintain tuition office communications

+ Backup for Financial Aid disbursement and Refunds

+ Backup for Federal Title IV Return of Funds

Salary Range:

The salary range for the position is $23.62 - $34.18 hourly

Minimum Qualifications:

+ Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business or a related field (business, finance, or economics) **OR** three (3) years of accounting experience;

+ Customer service skills sufficient to answer phones, appropriately handle or refer callers, greet customers and forward to appropriate resource with respect, professionalism and courtesy at all times;

+ Knowledge of current data entry procedures and ability to enter critical information accurately.

+ Effectively utilize a variety of computer applications including Word, Excel, Outlook and others to create and edit documents and reports;

+ Knowledge of spreadsheets in order to create, compile data, track and report findings;

+ Knowledge and ability to apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP);

+ Demonstrated commitment to work with diverse clients, stakeholders and students, fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Five (5) years of accounting experience;

+ An understanding of good business practices as it applies to disbursements, receipts, and reconciliation techniques;

+ Knowledge of Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) accounting, ISRS system;

+ Ability to develop effective working relationships and work collaboratively with colleagues;

+ Develop and maintain efficient and effective procedures for processing projects and to make independent judgments as they relate to specific job duties;

+ 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;

+ Clerical skills including spelling, grammar, typing and record keeping are needed to insure accurate input of information in the accounts receivable system.

Other Requirements

All resumes must clearly address the Required Qualifications as stated above. If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers. Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visa at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Telework (Yes/No)

Telework opportunities may be available for this position.

About

Saint Paul College was established in 1910, and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. SPC-Quick Facts (http://www.saintpaul.edu/about-us/quick-facts/)

Saint Paul College is committed to supporting diversity in all of its forms. Applicants representing diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a   Beyond the Yellow Ribbon   employer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

07-02-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

05-13-2025

Close Date:

05-28-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Tatiana Posusta

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]