Working Title: Financial Reporting Specialist
Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior or Finance Specialist 1
Agency: Minnesota Management & Budget
Job ID : 92247
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 : 02/14/2026
Closing Date : 03/06/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Management & Budget / MAPE
Division/Unit : Accounting Services / Financial Reporting
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Accounting Officer Senior Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually
Finance Specialist 1 Salary Range: $31.26 - $46.15 / hourly; $65,270 - $96,361 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
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.
Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) is seeking two (2) Financial Reporting Specialists to work in close collaboration with all members of the team. This position compiles data for and assists in financial reporting requirements for the State.
Job duties for this position include:
Preparing financial statements to be included in the State's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).
Coordinating work performed by state agencies in support of the ACFR.
Preparing other state and federal financial reports, including the State's Schedule of Expenditures of Federal Awards (SEFA).
Maintaining and developing ad hoc databases and reports to support the gathering and testing of financial information.
Independently develop data layouts and methodologies to create process efficiencies for completing and reviewing the ACFR funds, notes, other required supplementary information, and other ledger data analysis.
Advising state agencies on the interpretation and application of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Assisting in the development of ad hoc reporting for data analysis and providing financial information to management and the financial community.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) options for this position are dependent on where the employee lives. With approval, employees that live within 50 miles from the primary work location may telework up to 50%. Employees that live 50 miles or more from the primary location and live in Minnesota may telework more than 50% with approval.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, 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. Candidates must clearly demonstrate all the following qualifications on their resume. Resume tips are available here (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/applicant-help/resume-tips/) .
To qualify for the Accounting Officer Senior, applicants must possess:
Two (2) years of experience using or querying a complex accounting system, including compiling data and running reports.
To qualify for the Finance Specialist 1, applicants must possess:
Three (3) years of experience using or querying a complex accounting system, including compiling data and running reports.
Experience for both positions must include :
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
Demonstrated ability to prepare and present financial data and reports in a professional, timely, and effective manner.
Strong skills designing, building and maintaining complex spreadsheets and databases
Analytical and organizational skills to identify issues and propose effective solutions.
Strong communication skills to establish effective working relationships and clearly document policies, procedures, and related information.
Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
*A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Preferred Qualifications
MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!
Experience in creating or auditing government financial statements
Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Experience with PeopleSoft and/or SWIFT
Experience with nVision reporting
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota Management and Budget that a successful candidate must pass all required checks prior to employment which may consist of the below checks:
SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal history check
Reference check
Social Security and address verification
Education verification
Conflict of interest review
Other legally or internal policy required checks
A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.
Minnesota Management & Budget does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota Management & Budget will not sponsor applicant work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
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.
