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Working Title: Quality Assurance Specialist

Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior

Agency: Human Services Dept

+ **Job ID** : 90833

+ **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** : 12/16/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/29/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Human Services Dept / MAPE DHS Central Office

+ **Division/Unit** : DHS-Central Office / FOD Grants & Allocations

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, 8:00am - 4:30pm

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

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

+ **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 Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

_***This position is eligible for_ telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) _for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance. If you live in a state bordering Minnesota, you must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework.***_

This position exists to provide quality assurance oversight of fiscal operations, data reporting, and compliance for allocations and grants managed by the Grants and Allocations Unit. The role ensures adherence to internal policies, state and federal regulations, promotes audit readiness, mitigates financial risk, and provides training and technical support for the Enterprise Grant Management System (EGMS) and Interface Warrant Processing System (IWP).

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

+ Conduct quality assurance monitoring of fiscal operations, allocations, and reporting to ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and grant requirements.

+ Provide technical guidance and oversee the development and maintenance of Standard Operating Procedures to support compliance and continuous improvement.

+ Oversee and support financial and grant management systems to ensure accuracy, reliability, and effective user support.

+ Maintain and organize fiscal documentation to support audit readiness and ensure compliance with internal, state, and federal requirements.

+ Review outgoing emails in the shared inbox to ensure timely response and completion.

Minimum Qualifications

_**To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.**_

Two (2) years professional accounting experience.

Experience must demonstrate:

+ Grants management and grant accounting expertise, with strong knowledge of grant compliance requirements and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

+ Advanced skill in process improvement and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to build efficient, scalable, and repeatable financial workflows.

+ Ability to support and guide audits and financial reviews, including responding to complex inquiries to ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational standards.

+ Strong technical and analytical capabilities, including proficiency with complex spreadsheets, databases, and innovative tools that improve accuracy and efficiency.

+ Ability to analyze complex fiscal data, identify risks or issues, and implement effective solutions, with exceptional organizational and communication skills.

_* Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance or related field may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience._

Preferred Qualifications

+ Advanced data skills, including complex spreadsheet modeling, dashboard creation, data validation techniques, and working with relational databases or BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

+ Experience with Enterprise Grants Management System.

+ Experience reviewing and auditing large financial accounts and reports.

+ Knowledge of the SWIFT accounting system.

+ Familiarity with federal grant regulations and state/local compliance requirements.

+ Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple demands under tight time constraints.

+ Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.

+ Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – DHS will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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.