Accountant Office Intermediate - Accounting Officer Intermediate at Minnesota State in HENN

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated). Working Title: Accountant Office Intermediate - Accounting Officer Intermediate Institution: Hennepin Technical College Classification Title: Accounting Officer Inter Bargaining Unit / Union: 214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees City: HENN - Brooklyn Park Campus FLSA: Non Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Full time Employment Condition: Classified - Unlimited Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 Job Description The position is responsible for managing reconciliation processes for all College-wide revenue resources and disbursements recorded in the State of Minnesota’s Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) and Minnesota State accounting and procurement systems, including Workday and ISRS. The position also performs accounting functions associated with the College’s local banking operations and maintains relationships with the College’s local bank. The position maintains large state-federal and state-county fiscal accounts in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), as well as federal, state, and Minnesota State policies and regulations. Responsibilities include preparing complex financial reports to meet institutional and departmental needs and objectives; assisting in the development and implementation of procedures and policies related to assigned functions; and performing highly technical reconciliation activities requiring extensive knowledge of accounting principles and banking practices. The position is responsible for a variety of accounting-related functions that must be performed accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with GAAP and applicable federal, state, and Minnesota State policies and regulations. The position also serves as the primary contact with the credit card processing company used by the College and coordinates related activities to ensure accurate and efficient processing of credit card transactions. Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 Hourly Minimum Qualifications Minimum of three years of relevant experience in accounting.* Experience reconciling general ledger accounts in a complex accounting system and cash flow monitoring with knowledge of banking practices. Knowledge and experiencing applying GAAP accounting principles. Ability and experience preparing complex financial reports, locate errors, and recommend solutions. · Analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy. · Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial information. Knowledge of budgeting principles sufficient to prepare, analyze, monitor and review department budgets. Advanced knowledge and skill applying Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat, and other financial systems and reporting tools. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to be able to prepare and present financial reports. * A Bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for 12 months of experience and an Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months. Preferred Qualification Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Experience working with auditors. Experience and knowledge of process improvement concepts. Experience working in a higher education environment. Customer service skills and interpersonal relationship skills to be able to work with employees at all levels in the College. Other Requirements Hennepin Technical College is currently unable to sponsor work visas or green card applications due to regulatory complexity, budget constraints, and alignment with our current hiring strategy. Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) M-F / Dayshift Telework (Yes/No) Yes - Hybrid (1 day a week) About Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has