Accountant Office Intermediate - Accounting Officer Intermediate

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities•Brooklyn Park, MN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Accounting Officer Intermediate manages reconciliation processes for College-wide revenue resources and disbursements recorded in the State of Minnesota’s Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) and Minnesota State accounting and procurement systems, including Workday and ISRS. The role also performs accounting functions for the College’s local banking operations and maintains relationships with the local bank. The position maintains large state-federal and state-county fiscal accounts in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and applicable federal, state, and Minnesota State policies and regulations. It prepares complex financial reports, assists with developing and implementing procedures and policies for assigned functions, and performs highly technical reconciliations requiring extensive knowledge of accounting principles and banking practices. The role performs accounting-related functions accurately and promptly, and serves as the College’s primary contact with its credit card processing company, coordinating activities to support accurate and efficient transaction processing. The position is hybrid, with one telework day per week, and works weekdays on a day shift.

Requirements

At least three years of relevant accounting experience. A bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for 12 months of experience, and an associate degree may substitute for six months.
Experience reconciling general ledger accounts in a complex accounting system and monitoring cash flow, with knowledge of banking practices.
Knowledge of and experience applying GAAP accounting principles.
Ability and experience preparing complex financial reports, locating errors, and recommending solutions.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive financial information.
Knowledge of budgeting principles sufficient to prepare, analyze, monitor, and review department budgets.
Advanced knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; Adobe Acrobat; and other financial systems and reporting tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare and present financial reports.
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the start of employment; the employer is unable to sponsor work visas or green card applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Experience working with auditors.
Experience and knowledge of process improvement concepts.
Experience working in a higher education environment.
Customer service and interpersonal relationship skills to work with employees at all levels in the College.

Responsibilities

Manage reconciliation processes for College-wide revenue resources and disbursements recorded in SWIFT and Minnesota State systems, including Workday and ISRS.
Perform accounting functions associated with College local banking operations and maintain relationships with the local bank.
Maintain state-federal and state-county fiscal accounts in compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and Minnesota State policies and regulations.
Prepare complex financial reports to meet institutional and departmental needs and objectives.
Assist in developing and implementing procedures and policies related to assigned functions.
Perform highly technical reconciliation activities requiring extensive knowledge of accounting principles and banking practices.
Carry out accounting-related functions accurately and in a timely manner.
Serve as the primary contact with the College’s credit card processing company and coordinate activities to ensure accurate and efficient processing of credit card transactions.

Benefits

Paid holidays (the posting describes 11 holidays in one benefits section and 12 in another).
Vacation time.
Sick time.
Six weeks of paid parental leave.
Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles.
Pension plan.
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other investment options.
Pre-tax medical and dental expense accounts with a rollover option.
Dependent care accounts.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Professional development.
Tuition waivers for employees and their dependents.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.