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Working Title: Accounting Officer

Job Class: Accounting Officer

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 80743

• 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 : 10/11/2024

• Closing Date : 10/24/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

• Division/Unit : Finance / Controller/Financial Mgmt Admn

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $23.63 - $34.18 / hourly; $49,339 - $71,367 / 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 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 position is located at Central Office in St. Paul. The position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to complete a telework agreement. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office on occasion.

This position performs federal project cost analysis and the preparation and approval of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) final vouchers for federal projects so that all costs and federal revenues are reflected accurately, and federal dollars are maximized. Additionally, the position initiates and performs modifications to federal funding amounts on projects so that federal funds are utilized effectively, including analysis of project accounting and funding structure and original modifications to projects, modifications during the life of the project, and modifications at project close. The position performs other related financial management tasks as assigned.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

A master’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or finance

OR

One year of professional accounting or finance experience

OR

Two years of technical or advanced clerical accounting or finance experience

Experience must demonstrate:

• Experience working with a large accounting system such as the Minnesota Statewide Employee Management System (SEMA4) or Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT).

• Experience auditing or reconciling financial transactions for compliance.

• Experience creating and manipulating financial reports.

An associate degree in accounting, business, or finance may substitute for one year of technical or advanced clerical accounting or finance experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience reviewing Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) funding for compliance.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, Education/License Verification and Pre-Employment Physical.

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.