Accounting Technician

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking an Accounting Technician to work in their Enforcement Division located in St. Paul, MN. This role involves purchasing, overseeing the requisition process, and processing invoices to ensure compliance with state policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing – Assist with the division’s purchasing to ensure purchases are completed in compliance with state and department policies and procedures. Resolve budget and SWIFT issues related to the creation of individual purchase orders
• Requisition Process – Oversee the work associated with the requisition process including information submitted through the Electronic Inter Office Requisition System (EIOR)
• Invoice Processing – Interpret SWIFT procedures according to DNR policy, Procurement Procedures and State Law to ensure compliance of all Division invoice transactions. Review, seek appropriate approval, code and receipt invoices in SWIFT before submitting to Accounts Payable for payment
• Review and pre-audit purchasing card packets before submitting to Accounts Payable for processing. Serve as a resource for purchasing cards and business expense questions

Skills

• Documented one (1) year of experience working in an office environment with knowledge of office procedures and equipment sufficient to communicate via email, process documents, perform data entry, and audit documents
• 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
• Mathematical skills sufficient to calculate, review, and reconcile data and balance accounts
• Organizational skills sufficient to maintain reconciliation and documentation in compliance with established Agency, and state policies, procedures, and applicable statutes
• Customer service skills and English sufficient to write, read, and speak effectively with vendors, internal customers, coworkers, and supervisors
• Communication skills sufficient to communicate policies and procedures clearly, effectively, and in a positive manner
• Data entry sufficient to enter text and numbers into spreadsheets, databases, and computer systems and applications
• Accounting and office skills sufficient to compile records which are in compliance with directives and explain policies and procedures to others
• Post-High school education in Business, Accounting or Finance
• Three (3) or more years of accounting experience
• Skills in basic accounting sufficient to reconcile differences between invoices, receipts, purchase orders, and payments and estimate needs based on historical data and events affecting the account
• Spreadsheet and database experience sufficient to maintain up to date account information, perform reconciliations, and problem-solving discrepancies
• Knowledge of state accounting system, policies, and cost coding, as well as state rules, statutes, and procedures related to accounting practices
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Excel and Word
• Knowledge of Adobe Acrobat
• Knowledge of Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, and assist with preparation and maintenance of spending plans, financial status reports and budget requests
• Experience in working in a large accounting system such as Peoplesoft or Oracle Financials

Benefits

• Telework Eligible: Yes, Hybrid
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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