Working Title: Accounts Receivable Lead
Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate
Agency: Children Youth & Families Dept
Job ID : 98240
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. This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 11/12/26 date. Please note that to be considered a bidder, you must be a permanent, non-probationary DCYF employee in the same job classification as the position posted.
Date Posted : 11/05/2026
Closing Date : 11/19/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : DCYF / MAPE
Division/Unit : DCYF / FOD Accounts Receivable
Work Shift : Day Shift
Work Hours : 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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
The Department of Children, Youth, and Families is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCYF 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.
* Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) (Within Minnesota or neighboring states) and flexible hours options are available.
Under limited supervision, this position oversees the department's accounts receivable activity and coordinates the agencies billing functions to assure compliance with administrative standards, rules, policies/procedures, GAAP and to maximize system capabilities and improve internal business processes. This position will also prepare assigned Accounts Receivable quarterly and annual reports in accordance with statewide uniform accounts receivable reporting requirements. As directed, this position will train co- workers and other agency staff in specific tasks and job practices.
Responsibilities include:
Under limited supervision, this position oversees the department's accounts receivable activity and coordinates the agencies billing functions to assure compliance with administrative standards, rules, policies/procedures, GAAP and to maximize system capabilities and improve internal business processes. This position will also prepare assigned Accounts Receivable quarterly and annual reports in accordance with statewide uniform accounts receivable reporting requirements. As directed, this position will train co-workers and other agency staff in specific tasks and job practices.
Type employee's second principal Prepare department wide internal quarterly and annual accounts receivable reports for billed receivables. Consolidate the reports in accordance with statewide uniform accounts receivable reporting requirements using GAAP, GASB 33 and 34 and other policies, regulations and guidelines promulgated by Minnesota Management and Budget.
Reconciliation of receivable accounts and accounting systems on a monthly basis. Ensure accuracy of entries in SWIFT and other accounting software compared to US Bank and Elavon
Review and process refund and invoice adjustments requests. Process Non-Sufficient Funds transactions.
Train co-workers and agency staff, as directed, in specific task and job practices and procedures to improve and maintain performance levels by communicating timetables and quality standards for tasks; and providing instruction on policies and procedures as needed.
Provide assistance to supervisors, managers, and other DCYF staff members as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month, day and year for each job held.
One (1) year of experience in Accounting; OR Three (3) years advanced technical, or paraprofessional experience in Accounting
Experience must demonstrate:
Working knowledge of SWIFT or other financial reporting systems.
Analyzing Invoices, while determining causes of failures or issues and correcting them.
Creating Invoice Request, Refund Request, Write-off Request, Adjustment Request and similar work
Applicants who meet the above experience requirements may be further evaluated based on the following during the interview process:
Strong communication skills to interact effectively with internal staff, members, employers, state agencies, and financial institutions and to respond to and send correspondences.
Skill in organization to manage workload, competing priorities, and still meet strict deadlines
*Master's degree in accounting, finance, or related field determined by the agency may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field determined by the agency may substitute for one year of experience; Associate's degree accounting, finance, or related field determined by the agency may substitute for six months of experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with entering accounts receivable billing and invoices in the State of Minnesota's accounting system (SWIFT).
Experience working with accounting, financial, or Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems and the ability to analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial data.
Skilled in preparing and interpreting fiscal records and reports, recognize problems, and effect solutions.
Skilled in problem resolution in order to work with minimal supervision, analyze the situation, develop alternatives, effectively recommend solutions, and implement approved actions.
Experience in initiating and monitoring payment plans.
Experience working in the Minnesota Department of Revenue E-Services (collection) Sites or a comparable system/site.
Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of the Department of Children, Youth, and Families that the individual selected for this position successfully complete a background investigation prior to employment, that may include the following components:
Reference check
Criminal Background check
Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)
Driver's License Check
Personnel File Review: all current and former public sector employees
Additional assessment may be required during the interview process
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.
