Accountant
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Accountant
Salary
$74,131.20 - $120,307.20 Annually
Location
METRO Green Line LRT Extension (SWLRT) St. Louis Park and Blue Line Extension (BLRT) Crystal, MN
Job Type
Full-Time
Remote Employment
Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number
2025-00123
Division
Metro Transit
Department
Transit System Dev - SWLRT
Opening Date
05/01/2025
Closing Date
5/15/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
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WHO WE ARE
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.More information about us on our website. (https://metrocouncil.org/About-Us/The-Council-Who-We-Are.aspx)
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk, or bike in the Twin Cities.
Metro Transit's Capital Programs is responsible for the construction and delivery of capital projects including Light Rail and Bus Rapid Transit .
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
The accountant is responsible for general ledger accounting functions for basic governmental funds (may include the General Fund, Capital Projects Funds, and/or Special Revenue Funds). This position works with Financial Analysts and Division program staff performing calculations, preparation, analysis, and reconciliation duties. Duties include reconciliation of account balances, preparation of local grant disbursement billings, creation and review of journal entries, report generation (monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc) and preparation of financial statements for the Federal Trans it Administration (FTA) and Counties .
This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
What you would do in this job
Monitor general ledger accounts for assigned project funds to assure transactions are accurately recorded in the financial system
Prepare journal entries to correct posting errors, etc
Review Pay Applications for supporting documentation and code appropriately
Perform reconciliations of contracts and fund/expense acc ount s to assure appropriate recording and financial system integrity (may include such accounts as; payroll, cash, investments, revenue, expenses, or other balances as assigned)
Prepare monthly FTA and county reports for BRT projects, cumulative reports for contracts, and other ad-hoc reports as assigned
Prepare documents for compliance and audits in accordance with GAAP
Other duties as assigned
What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)
Any of the following combinations of experience in accounting or related field and completed education (degree field of study in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field):
A high school diploma/GED with four (4) years of experience
An associate degree with two (2) years of experience
A bachelor's degree or higher
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
Experience with financials systems (like People Soft or similar)
Experience and knowledge of accounting practices: reconciling account balances using reports, queries, spreadsheets, etc
Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Experience working in an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Problem solving skills
Ability to reconcile account balances using reports, queries, spreadsheets, etc
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and reporting requirements and apply to job responsibilities
Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional documents
Ability to calculate balances and resolve variances
What you can expect from us:
We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.
More about why you should join us! (http://metrocouncil.org/Employment/Making-A-Difference.aspx)
Additional information
Union(s):Non-Represented Grade F
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
We review your minimum qualifications.
We request your Work Record Evaluation (ATU employees only).
We rate your education and experience.
We conduct a structured panel interview.
We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.
We believe our employees are a key to our agency's success! In order to attract and retain high quality employees, the Council provides a highly competitive benefits package both in choice and coverage levels. Some highlights about our benefits are listed below:
Guaranteed monthly retirement income through Minnesota State Retirement System pension fund
Opportunity to save additional funds for retirement on a tax-deferred basis through a voluntary deferred compensation (457) plan
Two or more medical plans from which to choose, with employer contribution towards premiums over 80%
Dental insurance, life insurance and vision insurance
The following benefits are provided to all employees as part of working for the Council. You will have access to free:
Well@Work clinic
bus/rail pass valued at over $1200 per year
parking at many job locations
fitness centers at many job locations
Employee Assistance Program
extensive health and wellness programs and resources
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Applicant Instructions: The supplemental questions listed below are to further evaluate your education and experience and to determine your eligibility for this position. Answer each question completely, and please do not @type "see resume" otherwise your application will be considered incomplete, and you will not receive further consideration for this position. The experience you indicate in your responses should also be consistent with the Work History section of this application. If you attach a resume and/or cover letter to your application, it will be reviewed at the education and experience review step. I have read and understand the above instructions regarding supplemental questions.
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How did youfirsthear about this job opening?
CareerForce Center
Community Event/Organization
Employee Referral
Facebook
Glassdoor
Indeed
Job Fair
LinkedIn
Metro Transit Bus Advertisement
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Website: governmentjobs.com
Website: metrocouncil.org
Website: metrotransit.org
Website: minnesotajobnetwork.com
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Please select the option below that reflects your education and experience level.
A high school diploma/GED with four (4) years of experience in accounting or related field
An associate degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field with two (2) years of experience in accounting or related field
A bachelor's degree or higher in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field
None of the above
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Please select the areas below with which you have work experience (select all that apply).
Experience with financials systems (like People Soft or similar)
Experience and knowledge of accounting practices: reconciling account balances using reports, queries, spreadsheets, etc
Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
Experience working in an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees
None of the above
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If you answered that you have experience with financial systems (like People Soft or similar) in question #5, please describe what systems you have worked with, where the experience took place and for how long. If this does not apply, @type "N/A."
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If you answered that you have experience and knowledge of accounting practices: reconciling account balances using reports, queries, spreadsheets, etc. in question #5, please describe that experience, including where the experience took place and for how long. If this does not apply, @type "N/A."
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If you have experience working in an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees, please describe that experience, If this does not apply, @type "N/A."
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If you have experience with Microsoft Office, please name each program you have used and your experience with each program. If this does not apply, @type "N/A".
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Metropolitan Council
Address
390 Robert St. N.St. Paul, Minnesota, 55101
Website
https://metrocouncil.org
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