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Working Title:

Accounting Officer Senior

Institution:

Minnesota State System Office

Classification Title:

Accounting Officer Senior

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:

$29.25 - $42.94

Job Description

Provide support to Minnesota state institutions in the use of Minnesota state financial systems, business processes, internal control and financial management problems, so that finances are managed effectively, financial data is accurate and timely and so that they adhere to applicable laws and policies.

Serve as a resource for assigned complex Minnesota financial system modules (e.g. Accounts Receivable, Equipment/Fixed Assets, Cost Allocation, Payroll/SCUPPS).

Develop business procedures, documentation, and deliver staff training in areas of Minnesota State financial systems, accounting structure, and reporting procedures so that institutional operations are compliant with system-wide policies and procedures and that all applicable requirements are met.

Provide ad hoc assistance to institutions by responding to calls and e-mails requesting assistance with the use of the financial systems, appropriate coding of financial activity, reconciliation problems and a variety of other finance related issues.

Salary Range:

$29.25 - $42.94/hourly ($61,074 - $89,658/annual)

Minimum Qualifications

+ Three(3)years of accounting experience; aBachelor’sdegree may substitute for one (1) year of professional experience.

+ Highproficiencyin Microsoft Excel.

+ Experience in solving problems based on analyzing data.

+ Experience in using relation database and querying application.

+ Experience in drafting reports and business correspondence.

+ Ability to manage time to meet deadlines and multi-task with limited direction.

+ Strong communicationskills (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualification

+ Experience in performing individual or group presentations to explain, train, or negotiate.

+ Experience of SWIFT accounting system and state of Minnesota policies and procedures.

+ Knowledge of Minnesota State Financial Systems (ISRS & Workday) and related policies and procedures.

+ Knowledge ofState of Minnesota and federal statutes.

+ Experience in documenting business practice and internal control procedures.

+ Knowledge of Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards.

Other Requirements

n/a

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes

About

Minnesota State is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing talented employees who serve our 270,000 students each year throughout the state. We have a vibrant and diverse system of 33 colleges and universities with 14,567 dedicated faculty and staff focused on student success.

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:

02-11-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

12-17-2025

Close Date:

01-08-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Shane Moore

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]