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Working Title: Grant Accountant

Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 80337

• 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 : 09/19/2024

• Closing Date : 09/25/2024

• 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: $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / 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.

* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available .*

As a Grant Accountant, you will provide financial oversight and fiscal policy leadership for the programs and grants. Specifically, this position will development and maintain financial reporting requirements to ensure proper reporting of expenditures related to the portfolio.

This position will provide technical assistance to stakeholders for programs and grants in the position’s portfolio and provide fiscal oversight. The position will develop and update processes, policies and procedure to ensure programs and grants are operated in accordance with Department objectives and policies. This will include the evaluation of available data to make recommendations to streamline reporting and to develop new reporting instruments to achieve Departments objective while maintaining sound fiscal stewardship of State funds.

Responsibilities include but may not be limited to:

• Serve as primary fiscal contact for the development and operation of the financial components for assigned Programs and Grants including, but not limited to, accounting, budgeting, reporting, payment processes and financial performance indicator for programs and grants as assigned.

• Consult, advise and provide technical assistance to program clientele on matters related to financial management, accounting, and administrative procedures so that programs and grants operate fully within fiscal parameters required by the State.

• Provide consulting and assistance to other clientele including the preparation and dissemination of reports, program analysis, program documentation and working papers.

• Provide quality control for the team. This will include peer reviewing, cross-training, process documentation, and other duties as assigned.

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 of professional-level accounting experience. Experience must demonstrate:

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices.

• Strong computer skills including knowledge of large complex spreadsheets and databases such as Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to prepare and interpret complex fiscal records and reports, recognize problems, and effect solutions.

• Ability to analyze fiscal reports and banking records for adherence and conformance to federal laws, state statutes, and department policies.

• Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret complex data and use the findings to identify and recommend program improvements and opportunities for simplification of processes.

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel, including use of pivot tables and advanced formulas such as VLOOKUP or similar functions.

• Knowledge of the SWIFT accounting system.

• Experience with statewide accounting systems.

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