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Working Title: Financial Transactions Accounting Technician

Job Class: Accounting Technician

Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Job ID : 82988

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : This vacancy is open to bidders and to all qualified job seekers. Bidders will be considered through 01/13/2025

• Date Posted : 01/07/2025

• Closing Date : 01/21/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Agriculture

• Division/Unit : Finance and Budget Division / Financial Transactions Staff

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $22.57 - $31.89 / hourly; $47,126 - $66,586 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - AFSCME Technical

• Work Area : Financial Transactions Staff

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position will provide accounting work for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, Finance & Budget Division. This position has two major areas of responsibility which include accounts payable and receipting and deposits. Additionally, this position will audit purchase card logs, distribute biweekly payroll audits and ensure that all accounts payable, accounts receivable and purchasing card transactions are completed accurately and on time.

Minimum Qualifications

To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Math skills sufficient to compute totals, averages and percentages of numerical data to check or reconcile data.

Typing skills of net 45 WPM (Words Per Minute) or better measured on a 3 or more minute typing test. Individuals invited for interview will be required to provide typing test results.

Spreadsheet, database and data entry skills sufficient to maintain data and enter text and numbers into computer systems and applications.

Basic accounting and office procedures skills sufficient to reconcile differences between invoices, receipts, and purchase orders and compile and process records.

Customer service skills and English sufficient to write, read, speak, and listen effectively with internal customers, co-workers, supervisors, staff of other agencies, and vendors.

The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Associates degree or higher in accounting, finance, business, or a related field.

Two or more years’ experience in accounts payable, cash handling or bank deposit/reconciliation.

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.

Experience working with the Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) systems, or other private or governmental payroll and accounting systems, sufficient to enter data, compile records and analyze reports.

Ten key speed above 8,000 KPH (Keystrokes per Hour) with at least 98% accuracy measured on a 3 or more minute typing test. Individuals invited for interview will be required to provide typing test results.

Ability to review reports and make decisions on how to correct errors/edits.

Ability to set and manage priorities independently under demanding deadlines.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)

• Employment Reference Check

• Conflict of Interest Review

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.