Accounting Officer

Accounting Officer

Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate

Agency: MNsure

Job ID: 96308

Location: St. Paul

Telework Eligible: Yes

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Closing Date: 08/19/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MNsure / MNsure - MAPE

Division/Unit: MNsure / MNsure Finance & Mgt Acct

Work Shift: Day Shift

Work Hours: 8am - 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: Yes

MNsure is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. MNsure does not participate in E-Verify.

This position may be eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota (or a bordering state within 50 miles of the office location). Employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above may be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time. For those who live more than 50 miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.

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.

The Accounting Officer supports MNsure's Financial Operations by maintaining and controlling financial activity within the Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) accounting system and assigned subsidiary systems. The role performs professional-level accounting work including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, reconciliation, financial analysis, reporting, and technical assistance. The incumbent ensures compliance with federal, state, and agency requirements; maintains accurate financial data and processes; supports internal controls; and provides responsive service to MNsure staff, DHS partners, carriers, vendors, and auditors within a complex financial environment.

Manage SWIFT financial activity including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, monthly carrier invoicing, and invoice processing.

Analyze and reconcile financial data across SWIFT and subsidiary systems, including U.S. Bank reconciliation and revenue/expense alignment.

Develop and maintain financial reports for federal and state agencies, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), and regulatory standards.

Evaluate and improve business processes by researching SWIFT functionality, recommending enhancements, and documenting procedures.

Provide technical assistance to MNsure staff, management, external partners, and auditors on financial operations and accounting policies.

Maintain accounting integrity by monitoring accounts, preparing corrections, establishing budgets/encumbrances, and supporting internal control assessments.

Develop tracking tools such as worksheets, databases, and off-system spreadsheets to monitor financial activity and support reporting accuracy.

Support special projects and provide data, analysis, and accounting expertise as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Two years of professional accounting experience demonstrating the following:

• Application of GAAP and GASB standards in daily accounting work
• Financial reconciliation across multiple systems, including resolving discrepancies
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, billing, and monitoring revenue and expense activity
• Use of financial systems such as SWIFT/PeopleSoft, subsidiary systems, databases, or spreadsheets
• Analysis of financial data to identify issues, prepare corrections, and support reporting accuracy
• Development of financial reports for internal or external stakeholders
• Technical assistance to staff, vendors, auditors, or customers regarding accounting processes
• Process improvement through documentation, evaluation, or implementation of accounting procedures

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a closely related field may substitute for one year of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SWIFT/PeopleSoft beyond basic transactional processing, such as troubleshooting system issues, optimizing workflows, or supporting configuration changes
• Experience preparing federal or state financial reports (MMB, OLA, DOR, CMS, etc.) in a government or public-sector environment
• Experience with subsidiary financial systems including bank reconciliation tools, payment platforms, or revenue tracking systems
• Ability to document and improve business processes through written procedures, workflow analysis, or implementation of new accounting practices
• Experience supporting audits by preparing working papers, responding to auditor inquiries, or coordinating documentation
• Advanced proficiency with financial data tools such as complex spreadsheets, databases, or interfaces used for tracking and reconciling financial activity
• Strong communication skills for presenting financial information to technical and non-technical audiences, including management and external partners
• Experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment such as state government, health insurance programs, or large public agencies
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines and shifting priorities

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.

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.

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