Working Title: Accounting Officer Intermediate
Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate
Agency: Direct Care and Treatment
Job ID : 95567
Location : Vadnais Heights
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 07/16/2026
Closing Date : 07/29/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Direct Care and Treatment / DCT MAPE State Operated Svcs
Division/Unit : DCT Support Services / DCT Finance Accts Payable
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / 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
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.
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 requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Ste 104, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) is available on a limited basis.
Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an experienced Accounting Officer Intermediate to join our Financial Operations team. This position serves as a lead Accounts Payable specialist responsible for ensuring vendor payments are processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with State of Minnesota accounting policies, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) payment guidelines, and internal financial controls.
This position performs complex accounts payable and financial operations work while providing leadwork direction to Accounts Payable staff. Responsibilities include resolving complex vendor payment issues, maintaining internal controls, monitoring compliance with fiscal policies, developing and improving business processes, and ensuring accurate fiscal year-end accounting and expenditure reporting.
The successful candidate will possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, extensive knowledge of accounts payable operations, and experience working with financial systems. This position collaborates closely with supervisors, managers, procurement staff, financial analysts, vendors, and other state agencies to ensure efficient and compliant payment operations.
Primary responsibilities:
Provide leadwork direction and technical guidance to Accounts Payable staff, ensuring vendor payments are processed accurately, timely, and in accordance with State and DCT policies.
Process and reconcile complex Accounts Payable transactions within the Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) system while ensuring compliance with Prompt Payment requirements and fiscal policies.
Research and resolve complex payment issues including disputed invoices, purchasing violations, insufficient funding, duplicate payments, contract retainage, and vendor discrepancies.
Coordinate fiscal year-end payment processing to ensure expenditures are recorded in the proper fiscal year and comply with accounting requirements.
Provide technical assistance and training to DCT staff regarding payment processing, vendor management, and Accounts Payable procedures.
Partner with management to identify process improvements, implement best practices, and maintain compliance with State accounting standards.
Minimum Qualifications
To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
One (1) year of accounts payable experience OR three (3) years of administrative support experience in accounts payable that demonstrates the following:
Processing high-volume Accounts Payable transactions.
Interpreting and applying accounting principles and fiscal policies.
Reconciling accounts and researching discrepancies.
Working with financial management systems (SWIFT, People Soft, Oracle, SAP, or similar ERP systems).
Developing or improving accounting procedures and internal controls.
Building, maintaining, and troubleshooting Excel spreadsheets including using formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and financial analysis.
Note: A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related degree may substitute for 1 year of administrative support experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or closely related field.
State of Minnesota accounting experience.
Experience using SWIFT (PeopleSoft Financials).
Experience processing high-volume Accounts Payable transactions.
Experience with governmental accounting principles.
Experience interpreting MMB payment policies and procurement requirements.
Experience leading or coordinating the work of others.
Experience developing accounting procedures and internal controls.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and customer service skills
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
To facilitate proper 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.
REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS - Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.
EDUCATION VERIFICATION - Applicants will be required to provide a copy of their high school diploma at time of interview OR copies of their college transcript or college degree/diploma at time of interview. Copies of the college degree/diploma are acceptable ONLY if it clearly identifies the field in which it was earned.
Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) healthcare facilities require employees to provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis (TB) through a blood test prior to employment. DCT does not accept TB skin testing.
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.
