Minnesota Department of Corrections · 14 hours ago
Accounting Technician
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22.91/hr - $32.37/hrThe Minnesota Department of Corrections is hiring an Accounting Technician to support the health services budget. This role involves verifying invoices, processing contracts, and assisting in the financial operations of the unit.
Public Safety
No H1B
Responsibilities
Verifying invoices
Processing contracts
Purchasing
Reporting
Assisting in the financial flow of the unit
Solving managerial and procedural problems
Reviewing studying methods of operations
Developing solutions to problems and plans
Providing cost/benefit analysis to assure expenditures are of best value to Health, Recovery, and Programming
Coordinating work and information between facility and clinic/program directors and DOC Central Office Staff
Qualification
Required
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems
Knowledge of SWIFT or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, including financial status reports
Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers and other office equipment such as calculators
Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts
Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures
Ability to read and write a variety of materials in English
Preferred
Advanced degree in Business, Accounting or an Accounting related field
Experience with SWIFT accounting systems
Experience with professional/technical contracts
Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy in working with numbers and crucial recordkeeping on a daily basis
Organizational and multi-tasking abilities
Knowledge of medical terminology
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Company
Minnesota Department of Corrections
We employ staff in a wide variety of positions, from nurses to teachers and corrections officers! Correctional facilities are located in Faribault, Lino Lakes, Moose Lake, Oak Park Heights, Red Wing, Rush City, Shakopee, St.
Founded in 1959
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kwesi Pasley
Chief Financial Officer
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