Minnesota Department of Corrections · 9 hours ago
Accounting Officer
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$23.98/hr - $34.69/hr
2+ years expThe Minnesota Department of Corrections is seeking an Accounting Officer to provide professional-level accounting support within their accounts payable and accounts receivable team. The role involves interpreting, analyzing, coordinating, and performing accounting functions, primarily focusing on accounts receivable and purchasing card coordination, as well as preparing financial documents and reports as needed.
Public Safety
No H1B
Responsibilities
Provide professional-level accounting support for the Department of Corrections within our accounts payable and accounts receivable team based out of central office
Interpret, analyze, coordinate, and perform accounting functions for various activities mainly accounts receivable and the purchasing card coordinator for the agency
Job duties may also include payables, lease administration, purchasing, deposits, professional/technical contracts, and to prepare financial documents, statements, and reports as needed
Qualification
Required
Two (2) years of experience providing support for accounting related functions
An associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or an accounting/finance-related program may substitute for 6 months accounting experience
A bachelor's degree in the above may substitute for 1 year
A master's degree in the above may substitute for 18 months
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and bookkeeping sufficient to analyze fiscal data, identify and correct errors, and recommend solutions
Knowledge of Accounts Receivables, including calculations and invoicing
Familiarity with budget preparation and financial terminology
Proficiency in using accounting systems (e.g. SWIFT) to generate/query reports, manage budgets, prepare and maintain spending plans, and process invoices and/or payments
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to research, interpret, analyze and explain relevant laws, policies, and agency procedures, as well as design and/or streamline procedures and operations
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance
Experience in State government accounting
Experience with SWIFT accounts receivable module
Experience using data extraction software such as SWIFT's Data Warehouse (OBIEE)
Experience with reconciling financial information
Knowledge of The EIOR system used for purchases, payments, and other accounting items
Knowledge of The Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) and purchasing guidelines to audit, analyze, implement, and reconcile purchases
Ability to be highly organized, determine priorities, balance a variety of duties at the same time, and work under time pressure
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
Company
Minnesota Department of Corrections
We employ staff in a wide variety of positions, from nurses to teachers and corrections officers! Correctional facilities are located in Faribault, Lino Lakes, Moose Lake, Oak Park Heights, Red Wing, Rush City, Shakopee, St.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kwesi Pasley
Chief Financial Officer
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