Minnesota State Colleges and Universities · 14 hours ago
Accounting Technician
RIDG - Willmar Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expRidgewater College is an educational institution seeking an Accounting Technician to manage accounts receivable functions. The role involves analyzing processes, ensuring proper recording of receivables, and providing customer service at the Business Office cashier window.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Cashiering
Accounts receivable
Customer service (students, parents, 3rd Parties)
Mail processing
Initial point of contact for the Willmar Campus Business Office
Qualification
Required
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
Knowledge of the Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT), or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, and assist with preparation and maintenance of spending plans, financial status reports and budget requests
Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers and other office equipment such as calculators
Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts
Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures
Ability to read and write a variety of materials in English
Preferred
AA/AS Accounting
Two years of relevant work experience
Working knowledge of ISRS, Workday, MnSCU Accounting, State of MN eServices (DOR Collections)
Customer service skills sufficient to provide courteous and efficient service and communicate effectively with customers including public, students, residents and their families, and employees of other state agencies, sufficient to explain policies and procedures and deal with complaints from clients who may be hostile, confused, or agitated
Ability to work with constant interruptions and manage multiple priorities, work independently and processes time management skills in order to meet deadlines while ensuring accuracy
Knowledge of accounting concepts, business, and governmental accounting terminology
Ability to work collaboratively with others throughout the department and campus
Ability to develop and document procedures. Recommending best practices and revisions as requirements and technology changes
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in numerous formats for diverse audiences to motivate and share information
Benefits
11 paid holidays each year
Medical Insurance (single coverage $48.94 per month and family coverage is $333.92 per month)
Dental Insurance (low deductibles; single coverage $14.50 per month and family coverage is $61.86 per month)
Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
Employer paid life insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
Retirement Plan
Tax-deferred Compensation
Generous vacation and sick leave
Tuition Waiver
Company
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities
Minnesota State is the third largest system of state colleges and universities in the nation with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amy Jo Ebert, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Amy Jorgenson, CPA
Chief Audit Officer
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