Working Title: Staff Payroll Manager (Accounting Manager)
Job Class: Accounting Manager
Agency: Corrections Dept
Job ID : 92875
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes - up to 50%
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 03/16/2026
Closing Date : 04/06/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Corrections Dept / Corrections-CO-CS-Managerial
Division/Unit : Minn Corr Facl - Accounting Manager
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $39.36 - $56.94 / hourly; $82,183 - $118,890 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
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 exists to direct and manage the agency's staff payroll and payroll-accounting financial operations so that employees are paid accurately and on schedule, payroll financial records and internal controls are maintained, and payroll-related fiscal risks and cost impacts are actively managed in compliance with applicable requirements and statewide policy. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Directs and manages agency payroll operations and service delivery so that pay is issued accurately and on schedule, exceptions are resolved timely, and payroll services meet operational and compliance requirements.
Manages payroll accounting, reconciliations, and internal controls so that payroll expenditures and liabilities are accurately recorded, reconciled, safeguarded, and auditable.
Leads payroll-related financial planning, forecasting, and decision support so that agency leadership has accurate payroll cost projections, fiscal impact analysis, and payroll cost controls that support budget and program decisions.
Develops and implements payroll financial policies, procedures, and systems/process improvements so that payroll operations remain compliant, efficient, and aligned with statewide and agency requirements.
Provides managerial leadership and supervision for the payroll unit so that staff perform assigned duties effectively, unit performance aligns with agency objectives, and payroll services sustain a high level of professional and ethical practices.
Other duties as assigned.
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
Four (4) years of accounting experience directing and managing payroll operations. A Master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience; and an Associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience.
Demonstrated leadership experience which may include:
Supervisor, team lead, leadwork, or project lead;
Completion of a State leadership development program, such Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI)
Completion of a similar or equivalent leadership programs through another organization; or
A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee, such as an Employee Resource Group (ERG) which included 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions and 100+ hours per year time commitment.
Proficiency with payroll systems (e.g., Workday, PeopleSoft, ADP), spreadsheet software (e.g., Microsoft Excel), and database software like Oracle SQL Developer or Microsoft Access.
Extensive knowledge of accounting principles and practices sufficient to apply governmental accounting and auditing concepts to payroll expenditures, liabilities, and controls.
High attention to detail with demonstrated accuracy in financial and reporting tasks sufficient to manage multiple payroll deadlines simultaneously.
Strong and versatile communication skills sufficient to write clearly (policies, procedures, financial narratives, audit responses, etc.) and to speak effectively on executive briefings, manager coaching, stakeholder negotiations, etc.
Human relation skills to sustain working relationships with managers, employees, and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex fiscal records and reports, recognize trends and anomalies, identify problems quickly, and implement durable solutions that strengthen both accuracy and control performance.
Preferred Qualifications
Working knowledge of the State of MN appropriation/budgeting/accounting environment as it relates to payroll cost accounting, funding controls, and financial reporting.
Managerial or supervisory accounting experience in a unionized environment.
Experience reading, interpreting, and understanding statutes, rules, regulations, GASB pronouncements, etc., to determine how they apply to the state's business practices.
Knowledge of state and federal tax and labor laws affecting an employer's payroll administration.
Demonstrated working knowledge of statutes, policies and procedures pertaining to payroll, union contracts, deductions, direct deposits, labor distribution and leave accounting processes.
Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field.
Experience working in the SWIFT system and/or the payroll component of the SEMA4 system.
Demonstrated success leading complex payroll projects or systems initiatives.
Physical Requirements
The selected finalist is required to review and sign a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA) for this position. For a copy of the PDA, please email Cathy Bisser at cathy.j.bisser@state.mn.us
Additional Requirements
The selection process may include screening the top candidate(s) on their criminal history, predatory offender registration, offender associations and/or other applicable background information in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy.
Employment history/reference checks, including incidents of sexual harassment, will also be conducted on the top candidate(s) in accordance with Department of Corrections' policy. This may include a review of job performance and discipline records.
New employees will be fingerprinted within the first 30 days of employment.
The Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC) does not participate in E-Verify. The DOC will not sponsor applicants for 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.
