Job Class: Accounting Technician

Agency: Pollution Control Agency

• Job ID : 80202

• Location : Various*

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/20/2024

• Closing Date : 10/03/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Pollution Control Agency / Pollution Control-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Operations / Accounting Unit

• 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 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : ACCT

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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

*This position may be located at one of the MPCA office locations: Duluth, Detroit Lakes, Brainerd, St. Paul, Rochester, Marshall or Mankato.

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.

As an Accounting Technician at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), you will receive and track vendor invoices throughout the routing and approval process and serve as a point of contact for inquiries on vendor accounts. This position processes invoices for payment through SWIFT such that these accounting functions and fiscal processes are performed accurately and in accordance with state statute, and adhere to state and MPCA accounting policy, practice, and procedure. In addition, this position will track and monitor payments made as part of the reimbursement process. As an Accounting Technician at the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), you will receive and track vendor invoices throughout the routing and approval process and serve as a point of contact for inquiries on vendor accounts. This position processes invoices for payment through SWIFT such that these accounting functions and fiscal processes are performed accurately and in accordance with state statute, and adhere to state and MPCA accounting policy, practice, and procedure. In addition, this position will track and monitor payments made as part of the reimbursement process.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Knowledge of the Minnesota's SWIFT program, or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, and assist with preparation and maintenance of revenue plans, financial status reports and budget requests.

Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers, and other office equipment such as calculators.

Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review, and reconcile data and balance accounts.

Ability to provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures.

Customer service skills sufficient to effectively communicate with internal and external customers, co-workers and management.

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency will not sponsor applicants for work visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience processing invoices for payment, business expenses, and reconciling daily deposits.

Problem solving skills sufficient to analyze errors and correct deficiencies to ensure accuracy.

Human relations skills sufficient to collaborate with a wide variety of audiences with limited knowledge of accounting requirements.

Accurately and efficiently process a large volume and variety of transactions in order to meet established deadlines.

Work independently while knowing when management consultation is needed.

Good oral and written communication skills.

Associate’s degree or higher in Business, Accounting or an Accounting related field.

Physical Requirements

Requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers, and small office equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

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.