Staff Accountant, Human Services Department

Stearns County•Saint Cloud, MN

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

Stearns County is seeking a highly dedicated individual with attention to detail to join our accounting team in the Human Services Department. This position provides an opportunity to utilize your customer service and analytical skills to determine outcomes and produce effective financial reports. If you are driven by a desire to problem-solve in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to make a difference through a rewarding career in public service. Stearns County derives strength from its workforce and provides a welcoming environment where all are respected and valued. County employees are provided a comprehensive benefit package, contributions to a Pension Plan, and generous time off. Refer to our Benefits Overview. Position Objective: To provide assistance with managing and maintaining departmental financial records, accounts and data systems. This position is responsible for preparing and analyzing financial information, providing accurate reports, and making recommendations for management review and decision making.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in accounting or finance
Two years of relevant accounting experience
Experience using Microsoft Office Excel

Nice To Haves

Advanced experience using Microsoft Office Excel
Experience in data analytic software

Responsibilities

Performs accounting entries, transactions, and reconciliations to provide accurate and timely financial records for department operations and reporting.
Prepares and presents financial reporting information including budgets, actual expenditures and revenues for directors, state departments and outside agencies.
Prepares program budgets and actual cost reports for grants and contracts to ensure compliance with grant agreements or contracts and ensure accurate and timely cost reporting to maximize revenues.
Prepares annual audit documents for review by Internal and External Auditor.
Ensures compliance with requirements for federal reimbursement cost claims.
Assists with developing and monitoring various departmental annual budgets.
Performs review and analysis of transactions for trends, compliance, and irregularities.
Interprets and analyzes fiscal data; provides guidance for future departmental activities.
Assists with the revision and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
Assists with internal auditing of financial policies and procedures.
Audits records and provides training to program staff on the claiming process.
Performs duties as SSIS Fiscal mentor for staff users to ensure information in SSIS is accurate and complete.
Attends work regularly and in a timely manner.
Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.