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Working Title: Financial Reporting Specialist

Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior

Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget

+ **Job ID** : 86676

+ **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** : 06/05/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 06/25/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Minnesota Management & Budget

+ **Division/Unit** : Accounting Services / Financial Reporting

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative

+ 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.

Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist to compile data for and assist in financial reporting requirements for the State.

Job duties for this position include:

+ Preparing financial statements to be included in the State’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)

+ Coordinating work performed by state agencies in support of the ACFR

+ Preparing other state and federal financial reports

+ Analyzing the interpretation and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

+ Assisting in the preparation of the annual Statewide Cost Allocation Plan (SWCAP) that is submitted to the federal cognizant agency for their approval

+ Reconciling capital assets reported in the state’s General Ledger to the Asset Management module

+ Maintaining and developing ad hoc databases and reports to support the gathering and testing of financial information

+ Assisting in the development of ad hoc reporting for data analysis and providing financial information to management and the financial community

This position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. To qualify, the incumbent must be living in the State of Minnesota, or in a bordering state within fifty (50) miles from the main office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Two (2) years of experience* experience using or querying a complex accounting system, including compiling data and running reports.

+ Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)

+ Demonstrated ability to prepare and present financial data and reports in a professional, timely, and effective manner.

+ Skill in designing, building, and maintaining complex spreadsheets and databases

+ Analytical and organizational skills to solve problems and initiate corrective actions

+ Communication skills sufficient to provide clear, respectful, and timely information to a variety of audiences regarding financial data

+ Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

*An associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field may substitute for six (6) months of experience; a bachelor’s degree in a similar field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!

+ A bachelor’s degree (or higher) in finance or accounting

+ Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

+ Experience in creating or auditing governmental financial statements

+ Experience with PeopleSoft and/or SWIFT

+ Experience with nVision reporting

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.