Working Title: Accounting Manager
Job Class: Retirement Services Financial Reporting Manager
Agency: Public Employees Retirement Association
Job ID: 91008
Location: St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 12/26/2025
Closing Date: 01/19/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Employees Retire Assoc / Pub Employ Retire Assoc-Managers
Division/Unit: Accounting/Finance Division
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $41.72 - $60.24 / hourly; $87,111 - $125,781 / 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.
This position is responsible for managing daily operations pertaining to PERA's financial reporting and risk management functions. The position is responsible for the accurate financial reporting including but not limited to PERA's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Governmental Accounting Standards Board, Statement 68 Schedules. The position is responsible for reviewing actuarial valuation reports. As delegated, this position will engage with the management team to evaluate, define, plan, and implement initiatives and best practices to improve financial management.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible and offers a hybrid work schedule which may include telework up to 50% of the scheduled workdays each month, based on agency and department needs and other dependencies. Scheduled in-office work days are at PERA's office building in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Candidates located outside the state of Minnesota and more than 50 miles from PERA's St. Paul office are not eligible to telework and would be required to report to the office full-time.
Minimum Qualifications
*Only applicants whose application and resume clearly demonstrates fulfillment of each minimum qualification listed below will be considered for this position. Ensure your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Also indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Four (4) years of advanced, professional-level accounting or financial management experience with at least two (2) years of demonstrated leadership experience acquired through managerial, supervisory, project management, or lead work positions
*A bachelor's degree in accounting or finance may substitute for one (1) year of advanced, professional-level accounting or financial management experience or lead work positions
In addition, professional-level experience and education must clearly demonstrate the following:
Advanced knowledge of accounting theory, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), and financial reporting
Knowledge of internal control frameworks and best practices sufficient to conduct risk assessments and revise procedures to minimize risks
Supervisory or lead work experience demonstrating the ability to direct work, manage conflict, hold employees accountable, support growth development, and train and motivate staff to perform jobs effectively
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Advanced ability to exercise sound judgment and apply legal and regulatory requirements in making decisions
Communication skills sufficient to communicate complex financial information, policies, procedures, and standards effectively and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word) sufficient to analyze financial data and create reports in plain language
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of government accounting activities, including the application of governmental accounting standards
Experience with budgeting and governmental financial reporting
Working knowledge of Minnesota laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures related to financial management, governmental accounting, and plan governance
Knowledge of public pension retirement plan design, function, and administration
Knowledge of actuarial principles, methods, and assumptions
Advanced knowledge of large accounting and general ledger system(s) such as the State's accounting system SWIFT, Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains, or other similar systems
Bachelor's or master's degree with a major in accounting or finance
Physical Requirements
This position requires occasionally moving items such as file folders, ledgers, and small tools.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of Minnesota that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may include:
SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past State employees only)
Criminal history check
Employment reference check
Social Security and address verification
Education verification
Driver's license check
The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
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.
