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Minnesota Department of Education · 1 day ago

Financial Coordinator Team Lead - Accounting Officer Coordinator

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$35.96/hr - $53.32/hr

3+ years exp

The Minnesota Department of Education is seeking a Financial Coordinator Team Lead - Accounting Officer Coordinator to provide in-depth budget and financial analysis for MDE funds. This role is essential for ensuring that the agency meets its financial obligations while assisting leadership in making informed financial decisions.

Government Administration

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide in-depth budget and financial analysis for MDE funds so agency leadership/management/staff are able make informed financial decisions and take action

Help ensure that the agency meets its obligations in managing federal, state, and other funds in a manner that is consistent with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and policies

Review and monitor budgets for state and federal funds, prepare and interpret budget related reports, advise agency personnel on procedures, and coordinate fiscal year end closing requirements as it relates to all assigned agency funding

Provide advanced level financial analysis and perform long range strategic planning

Qualification

Financial management experienceBudget preparationReviewGrants managementLarge-scale accounting systemsState financial systemsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

Four years of professional experience in a financial management role

A Bachelor's or master's degree and three years professional experience in a financial management role

Experience preparing and reviewing budgets and/or fiscal reports sufficient to identify problems quickly, research and evaluate relevant issues and formulate solutions

Grants management experience, includes managing federal or non-federal funding

Experience with large-scale accounting systems

Preferred

Experience with state legislative processes, relevant state laws, statutes, rules, regulations, and policies governing the use of state and federal funds

Experience with the state of Minnesota Financial Systems Including Budget & Analysis System (BPAS), Statewide Employee Management System (SEMA4), Appropriation Maintenance Application (AMA), Statewide Integrate Financial Tools (SWIFT)

Strong working knowledge of Oracle Business Intelligent Enterprise Edition

Benefits

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Fertility care, including IVF

Diabetes care

Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death

Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Training, classes, and professional development

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support

A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance

Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues

Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care