Working Title: Accounting Officer Senior
Job Class: Accounting Officer Senior
Agency: Transportation Dept
Job ID : 94035
Location : Duluth
Telework Eligible : Yes, this position is located in Duluth, MN and has flexibility to work a hybrid telework schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor as business needs dictate.
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 05/06/2026
Closing Date : 05/19/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
Division/Unit : District 1A - Duluth / Office Services
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
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 provide professional-level assistance with researching, documenting and analyzing financial and procurement processes and procedures in the district with limited supervision. The position provides professional-level budget and financial reports, consultation, education and assistance for District 1 and serves as a key financial expert in providing financial analysis. This position provides leadership for all budget related matters, funding related to the trunk highway fund, special revenues, IT budget, sale of surplus materials, damage restitution, blanket partnerships, miscellaneous reimbursements, state and federal flood reimbursements and expenditures, contracts, and financial policies and procedures including state and federal laws, and the agencies budgeting by products and services.
This position is expected to fill in for the Finance Business Manager (State Program Administrative Supervisor Principal) when absent.
Note: This position is located in Duluth, MN and has flexibility to work a hybrid telework schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor as business needs dictate.
** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of professional accounting, budget or finance experience that demonstrates the following:
Experience analyzing financial data and identifying trends.
Experience working with a large complex financial accounting software to include analyzing financial reports and records.
Knowledge and experience with federal and state laws and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) sufficient to compile and interpret fiscal data for assigned accounts in response to legislative and internal audits;
Proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and databases (preferably Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access) sufficient to prepare and submit federal financial status reports and create worksheets.
Please note:
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance substitutes for one year of professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Accounting or Finance.
Knowledge of Minnesota Management and Budget budgeting policies and practices sufficient to prepare or direct the preparation of, review, and analyze biennial and annual operating budgets and internal fiscal documents.
Experience investigating accounting or financial discrepancies and finding solutions.
Knowledge of Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) governmental accounting system sufficient to enter expense and revenue budgets, monitor cash balances of accounts, and ensure adequate operating balances.
Physical Requirements
This position requires occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders and ledgers, or heavier materials with help from others. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.
Additional Requirements
Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Education/License Verification
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.
