The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 83242 Location: St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 01/21/2025. Date Posted: 01/14/2025 Closing Date: 01/28/2025 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Department of Employment & Economic Development / MAPE Division/Unit: Administrative & Fiscal Services Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8:00am to 4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $26.04 - $37.98 / hourly; $54,371 - $79,302 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees (MAPE) FLSA Status: Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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. Job Summary DEED is committed to radically increasing economic impacts for individuals and businesses that face systematic barriers to growth. This position will contribute to building a positive internal culture that makes DEED an extraordinary place to work! This position will be based in our Administrative & Fiscal Services (AFS) division. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for high level financial management and accounting work for our agency of approximately 1,700 employees over 50 locations throughout the State of Minnesota. The incumbent must possess extensive accounting and technical system knowledge including Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT), Statewide Employee Management (SEMA4), and the Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE) to ensure that federal, state, and other funds used for invoices, payments, audits are accurate and that transactions processed are effectively and timely reconciled. In addition, this position will aid in the development and implementation of procedures and policies, prepare complex financial reports, and provide advice and consultation to agency management in the technical areas of expertise. This position is telework eligible and is occasionally required to be on-site at the office. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that yo r resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. One (1) year of experience* in accounting, financial management, or grants management *Bachelor degree in accounting, financial management, grant management, business, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Experience in applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices sufficient in creation of various financial statements and reports Experience in analyzing and interpreting complex fiscal reports and records for adherence and conformance to federal laws, state statutes, and department policies Experience in using Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel, including use of pivot tables and advanced formulas such as VLOOKUP or similar functions Skill in communication sufficient to give presentations to both internal and external audiences, including written skills to train other staff, answer questions, and provide accounting guidance Ability to plan, organize, and successfully manage competing priorities Preferred Qualifications Bachelor degree in accounting, financial management, grant management, business, or other closely related field as determined by the agency Experience in working with financial statements and auditors in the government sector Experience in statewide accounting systems (SWIFT and OBIEE) or similar software Experience in interpreting, analyzing, explaining, and training others on accounting policies and procedures Skill in organization to manage workload, competing priorities, and still meet strict deadlines 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 A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: Criminal Background Check Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only) Employment Reference Check Conflict of Interest Review Driver's License and Records Check The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . Connect 700 Program To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Talent Acquisition at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us . Veterans To be considered with Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by the closing date. Recently Separated Veterans (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. Certain Disabled Veterans : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis. See the above links for criteria and eligibility. Current State Employees Please apply via Self Service. If eligible for bidding or expression of inter