**Working Title: Accounting Officer** **Job Class: Accounting Officer** **Agency: Office of Higher Education** + **Job ID:** 84612 + **Location:** St Paul + **Telework Eligible** : Yes; up to 5 days per week + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary:** Regular + **Who May Apply:** Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted:** 03/06/2025 + **Closing Date:** 03/19/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:** Office of Higher Education / MAPE + **Division/Unit:** Financial Services + **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift + **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $23.63 - $34.18 / hourly; $49,339 - $71,368 / annually + **Classified Status:** Classified + 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 purpose of the Accounting Officer role involves preparing and reconciling SELF financial statements, including monthly reconciliation for various accounts to ensure the accuracy of data provided by SELF's loan servicers and other counterparties. The Accounting Officer also leads the cash transaction process, carefully reconciling daily cash transactions related to borrower payments and addressing any discrepancies with the loan servicer. Additionally, the accounting officer plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements by preparing reports for compliance certificates and bond compliance, alongside reviewing and approving student loan disbursements. This role requires a keen eye for detail and a strong proficiency in financial software tools, including SWIFT, Microsoft Excel, and Power BI for reporting and analysis. **Minimum Qualifications** To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held: + Demonstrated knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting sufficient to analyze and interpret fiscal data including the capability to enter and trace accounting transactions + Two (2) years experience reconciling bank accounts + One (1) year experience making journal entries and preparing financial statements + One (1) year experience supporting or running financial audits + Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or equivalent spreadsheet program **Preferred Qualifications** + Two (2) years experience working with student loan programs in a finance and/or accounting role including knowledge regarding; application of principal and interest payments, loan default processes, forbearances, and loan account reconciliation + One (1) year experience working with Crystal reports, PowerBI, or similar reporting solution + One (1) year working with taxable and/or tax-exempt bond financing + Experience with SWIFT, PeopleSoft or similar Enterprise Resource System + Given our commitment to fostering workplaces that are inclusive for employees from all backgrounds and diverse populations, OHE values people of diverse backgrounds. The ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in diverse communities is a priority. **Physical Requirements** + Ability to position self and move sufficiently to perform repetitive tasks + Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time + Ability to carry up to 20 pounds of weight on an infrequent basis **Additional Requirements** + SEMA4 Record Check (applies to current and past state employees only) + Criminal History Check + Employee Reference Check + Social Security Verification 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.