**All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).** **Working Title:** Accounts Payable Technician **Institution:** Normandale Community College **Classification Title:** Accounting Technician **Bargaining Unit / Union:** 207: AFSCME - Technical **City:** Bloomington **FLSA:** Non Job Exempt **Full Time / Part Time:** Full time **Employment Condition:** Classified - Unlimited **Salary Range:** $22.00 - $31.89 **_We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong._** We actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. **NOTICE OF VACANCY** **Accounts Payable Technician** Classification: Accounting Technician Unlimited, Full-Time Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM *A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable) Salary Range: Hourly from $22.57 to $31.89; Annually from $47,126 to $66,586 * _Salary placement is dependent on education and experience_ **This vacancy is posted on-line from February 7, 2025 – Friday, February 14, 2025 at 11:59 PM.** **ABOUT THE POSITION** The Accounts Payable Technician is responsible for efficiently and effectively administering college wide fiscal control and compliance for the college’s accounts payable functions to ensure all accounting transactions and processes are performed accurately and in accordance with state and federal regulations, Minnesota State and State of Minnesota policies and procedures, State Statutes, and best practices. This position serves as an integral part of the Fiscal Services department by supporting the Procurement unit, while working collaboratively with the Bookstore and Library as these teams are key to the success of this position. This position provides direction to college personnel regarding payment policies and procedures and will provide assistance to vendors, contractors, consultants, auditors, and other government agencies that may need assistance or guidance. This position will actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts. This position will actively advance the college’s strategic goals, including to achieve equity in educational outcomes and to support a culturally responsive and service-oriented culture, through individual and departmental efforts. The Normandale Community College library supports every student in the pursuit of their education by providing dynamic services, relevant collections, and flexible learning spaces that foster an inclusive environment, intellectual discovery, and achievement. **Minimum Qualifications** _These qualifications are required to move forward; as such, (_ _ensure your application contains descriptions of your education and work experience sufficient to demonstrate competency in each of the following_ _):_ + Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare disbursements and financial information, records and reports, locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural and other fiscal problems. + Knowledge of the Minnesota Accounting and Procurement System (MAPS), 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 request. + Experience calculating, reviewing, and reconciling data and balance accounts. **Other Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities That We'll Be Interviewing For:** + Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel. + Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures. **Preferred Qualification** + Associate Degree in accounting, finance, management or related degree + 3 or more years of experience in accounts payable functions + Prior experience with Minnesota State, ISRS system, the PCS or ERP and state SWIFT + Knowledge of and understanding about the relationship between cost centers and their general ledger, bank account, SWIFT funds, and appropriation + Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel + Ability and commitment to collaborate and develop effective relationships with people from diverse backgrounds and at different levels in the college. **Other Requirements** _The College regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship at this time. The successful candidate, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, must be available to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins._ _An offer for this position may be contingent upon the completion of a background check._ **Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)** Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 4:30 PM **Telework (Yes/No)** *A flexible work schedule may be approved with up to two days remote work per week (if applicable) **About** **WHY NORMANDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE** Normandale (https://www.normandale.edu/) is the largest community college in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system, annually serving almost 15,000 students from a diverse set of backgrounds, 42% of whom are students of color and nearly 25% are first-generation. We offer opportunities for individuals to grow, learn, and advance their careers while working for an organization that is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable space for students and employees to learn. We are passionately committed to achieving racial equity in student outcomes and in advancing cultural responsiveness in the classroom and services provided. **GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE** As an agency of the State of Minnesota, Normandale offers a comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance, income protection plans, generous vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year, employer paid life insurance, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, and tax-deferred compensation plans. Additional benefits include tuition waivers available for yourself and eligible dependents once certain criteria are met. For information on benefits, visit SEGIP’s website SEGIP (https://mn.gov/mmb/segip/benefits/) . For more information on retirement benefits, please view the retirement brochure (https://www.minnstate.edu/system/working/docs/benefits/retirement\_brochure.pdf) through MMB. This position is also part of American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). The collective bargaining agreement (https://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/labor/afscme.jsp) outlines many additional benefits provided. **Equal Employment Opportunity** Normandale Community College is committed to honoring human differences and cultivating inclusion of different values and ideas in employment and education opportunity. The college is committed to the principle that all individuals are to be treated with equality and dignity. 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, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited. Reasonable accommodations will be made for applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance, please contact Human Resources at (952) 358-8269 or jobs@normandale.edu . Please indicate what assistance is needed. **Benefits Information:** At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously. **Desired Start Date:** 04-09-2025 **Position End Date:** **Open Date:** 02-06-2025 **Close Date:** 02-15-2025 **Posting Contact Name:** Vicky Sayaovang **Posting Contact Email:**