Financial Reporting Analyst - Accounting Officer Intermediate

About the role

This position will be based in our Administrative & Fiscal Services (AFS) division. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for high level financial management and accounting work for our agency of approximately 1,700 employees over 50 locations throughout the State of Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Lead the single audit and submission of the agency's Schedule Expenses of Federal Awards (SEFA) and annual reporting reports (ACFR) processes on behalf of the agency.
• Develop useful, insightful reporting for all division and units with the agency related to SEFA and ACFR deliverables.
• Function as the agency expert in the development of financial reporting so that accurate current, historical, and projection information is available to agency management.
• Design and maintain the financial operations of the agency in a manner that ensures appropriate financial budget systems, policies and procedures are in place to support successful achievement of established goals and objectives while maintaining compliance with industry guidelines (United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Governmental Accounting Standards (GASB), legislative intent, and good business practices.
• Assist with administering extensive accounting and technically complex systems including Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT), Statewide Employee Management (SEMA4), and the fiscal Internal Audit (IA) and Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE) warehouses. This includes, but is not limited to, in collaboration with the Budget Director developing procedures and policies related to state and federal financial reporting in compliance with best practices and legal standards.
• May assist in providing back-up services to the Financial Planning and Analysis business unit which requires extensive accounting and technical system knowledge of complex systems.

Minimum Qualifications

Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

• One (1) year* experience in accounting, financial reporting, or government accounting
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, financial management, grant management, business, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitute for eighteen (18) months of experience

Qualifications

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience with creating and interpreting the Annual Comprehensive Financial Reporting (ACFR) and Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA) on the single audit report.
• Experience with creating and interpreting complex fiscal records and reports, recognized reporting problems and their effects as they relate to federal laws, state statues and department polices.
• Experience in creating a variety of financial statements and reports and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) to reporting.
• Communication skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff at the agency, to provide great customer service.
• Ability to lead periodic review, evaluation, and assessment of reporting activities.
• Ability to adjust and respond to situations as they occur with minimal direction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, financial management, grant management, business, or other
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and experience applying them in state or federal financial reporting.
• Experience in financial reporting, working within Statewide integrated financial tools (SWIFT) or other complex state accounting systems.
• Experience in process improvement, internal controls, and compliance with state/federal fiscal policies.
• Experience in working with financial statements and auditors in the government sector.
• Skill in organization to manage workload, competing priorities, and still meet strict deadlines.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review
• Driver's License and Records Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well. Your benefits may include:

• 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
• Support to help you reach your career goals: 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)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

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