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State of Minnesota Accounts Receivable Accounting Technician in Moorhead, Minnesota

Working Title : Accounts Receivable Accounting Technician

Job Class: Accounting Technician

Agency: Minnesota State Colleges & Universities

  • Job ID: 76864

  • Location: Moorhead, MN

  • Telework Eligible: No

  • Full/Part Time: Full-Time

  • Regular/Temporary: Regular

  • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

  • Date Posted: 05/20/2024

  • Closing Date: 06/03/2024

  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State University Moorhead

  • Division/Unit: Business Services

  • Appointment Type: Unlimited

  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift; 8:00am - 4:30pm

  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday

  • Travel Required: No

  • Salary Range: $21.60 - $30.52 / hourly; $45,101 - $63,726 / annually

  • Classified Status: Classified

  • Re-Posting: No

  • FLSA Status: Non-exempt

  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (http://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 Accounts Receivable Accounting Technician is responsible for collection/processing of balances due and payments on student/non-student accounts while ensuring all receipts/billings are properly recorded. This position also provides support for purchasing card compliance. Additional responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following.

  • Prepare bank deposits to ensure accurate bank records are maintained.

  • Distribute financial aid overage checks and direct deposits.

  • Manage the Federal Perkins Loan program and ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations/procedures.

  • Provide support for the collection of delinquent accounts including reconciling accounts with outside agencies.

  • Reconcile faculty and staff purchasing card process to ensure all approvals are completed and the necessary documentation is submitted to Business Services.

  • Review tuition and fee tables for accuracy and cross-reference student accounts to ensure charges were posted accurately.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Accounting/Technical business skills obtained through previous education, work experience and training.

  • 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.

  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft products, such as: Excel, Word, and Outlook.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Demonstrated ability to plan, prioritize and administer multiple projects while adhering to strict reporting requirements and deadlines.

  • Written and oral communication skills sufficient to effectively respond to inquiries regarding policies, procedures, employee/student concerns and outside information requests.

  • Demonstrated ability to handle high volume of transactions, locate errors, reconcile errors and balance accounts.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Accounting or related degree.

  • 2+ years of applicable work experience.

  • Experience in Higher Education.

  • Demonstrated ability to stay current with Federal regulations and to follow established calculation formulas concerning aid distribution, refunds and repayments.

Additional Requirements

  • The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

  • In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

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.

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