Job Class: Accounting Technician

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job ID : 80332

• 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 : 09/24/2024

• Closing Date : 10/14/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

• Division/Unit : Enforcement/ Central Office

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $22.57 - $31.89 / hourly; $47,126 - $66,586 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Central Office Headquarters - Division of Enforcement

• 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 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.

The Department of Natural Resources is currently seeking a full-time Accounting Technician to work in the Enforcement Division to provide fiscal and administrative support. This position provides assistance in fiscal related areas with primary responsibility for purchasing and accounts payable activities for all operations at Central Office in St. Paul and Camp Ripley in Little Falls; preparing appropriate documents to encumber funds; entering revenue and expense budget adjustments; and generating monthly fiscal reports utilizing appropriate programs.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Documented one (1) year experience working in an office environment with knowledge of office procedures and equipment sufficient to communicate via email, process documents, perform data entry, and audit documents.

• 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.

• Mathematical skills sufficient to calculate, review, and reconcile data and balance accounts.

• Organizational skills sufficient to maintain reconciliation and documentation in compliance with established Agency and state policies, procedures, and applicable statutes.

• Customer service skills and English sufficient to write, read, and speak effectively with vendors, internal customers, coworkers, and supervisors.

• Communication skills sufficient to communicate policies and procedures clearly, effectively, and in a positive manner.

• Data entry sufficient to enter text and numbers into spreadsheets, databases, and computer systems and applications.

• Accounting and office skills sufficient to compile records which are in compliance with directives and explain policies or procedures to others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-High School education in Business, Accounting or Finance.

• Three (3) or more years of accounting experience.

• Skill in basic accounting sufficient to reconcile differences between invoices, receipts, purchase orders, and payments and estimate needs based on historical data and events affecting the account.

• Spreadsheet and database experience sufficient to maintain up to date account information, perform reconciliations, and problem-solving discrepancies.

• Knowledge of state accounting system, policies, and cost coding, as well as state rules, statutes, and procedures related to accounting practices.

• Experience with Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Excel and Word.

• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat.

• Knowledge of the Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, and assist with preparation and maintenance of spending plans, financial status reports and budget requests.

• Experience working in a large accounting system such as Peoplesoft or Oracle Financials.

Additional Requirements

No driving duties are required.

Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Conflict of Interest Review

• Criminal History Check

• Education Verification

• Employment Reference / Records Check

• License / Certification Verification

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.