Working Title: Financial Analyst Senior

Job Class: Accounting Officer Coordinator

Agency: Human Services Dept

• Job ID : 85074

• Location : Statewide

• Telework Eligible : Yes - This position has a flexible work arrangement that may allow for Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) or a mixture of working in our office and Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) ; Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or Neighboring States) and Flexible Hours Options Are Available; This team is currently Teleworking (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) ; however, this may change in the future with notice. This position will be required to attend occasional on-site meetings and trainings.

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/21/2025

• Closing Date : 04/03/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Human Services / DHS MAPE State Operated Svcs

• Division/Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Finance Asst Ldr

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes - Up to 5% to attend occasional required on-site meetings and trainings.

• Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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.

The Department of Human Services is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DHS does not participate in E-Verify.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our Finance Team for an exciting and rewarding opportunity as a Financial Analyst Senior - Accounting Officer Coordinator! This position will support the development of budgets and reporting for divisions within DCT. As a Financial Analyst Senior, you will work with leadership and staff in their assigned program(s)/site(s) to help them identify and prioritize funding in alignment with the strategic goals in the DCT strategic plan and monitor their progress toward achieving these goals. This position will coordinate the development of annual operating budgets, including but not limited to quarterly reports, annual reports, project summaries, and other ad-hoc financial projections. You will also work to facilitate specific projects across DCT or with external partners at the direction of the Budget Manager. Finally, this position will provide management with information necessary for decision-making, process improvement, and long range organizational or systems planning.

Primary responsibilities:

• Provide analytical and consultative expertise to DCT site directors, program managers, and program executives to develop and coordinate strategic long-range planning and operational strategies so that agency objectives are met, and financial resources are used effectively, efficiently, and economically.

• Direct and coordinate annual operating budget development based on guidelines and timeframes established by the DCT Executive Committee.

• Assist the Budget/Legislative Manager with the development of the Biennial Budget and Supplemental Budget requests for DCT. Identify areas of process improvement and manage improvement projects within the financial department.

• Develop and provide training for DCT personnel throughout the system so that staff are informed and able to deal with fiscal issues involving all aspects and functions within DCT. Train DCT personnel in the interpretation of financial reports to make sound business decisions regarding DCT programs and services. Develop and create base financial reports and dashboards for publication.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of accounting or budgeting experience, which includes the experience below:

• Experience with accounting principles, practices, and reporting tools.

• Experience with financial planning and analysis.

• Experience with financial systems and software including Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced experience with SWIFT, general ledger, billing, accounts receivable, fixed assets, decision support, and Microsoft Excel.

• Experience in healthcare or residential treatment setting.

• Experience with continuous improvement processes.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper 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.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - The Department of Human Services will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

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.