Accountant II

Salary : $69,700.80 - $91,686.40 AnnuallyLocation : Saint Paul, MNJob Type: Full TimeRemote Employment: FlexibleHybridJob Number: 25-UNSP-0985ADepartment: Public Works-OfficeOpening Date: 02142025Closing Date: 362025 11:59 PM Central About the PositionThis Local Option Sales Tax Accountant II position is essential and will work in the Public Works Division of Saint Paul. The selected person will work with internal and external customers, assist leadership in financial reporting and decisions, and have excellent knowledge of General Accepted Accounting Principles, ACFR Statements, Operations, and Capital.Here's what you can expect to do:Performs intermediate level professional accounting work in the maintenance of accounts and preparation of financial reports and statements; and performs related duties as required.Primary Responsibilities:Maintains accurate accounting for departmental funds, projects, and completes allocations and accounting transactions including journal entries.Prepares financial projections, program income allocations, and financial reports for capital projects.Provides financial reports, variance analysis, and reconciliations for the year end audit.Prepares year-end financial statements and periodic financial reports.Assists with the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, including schedules, notes, and tables.Reviews accounting procedures and recommends changes in procedures as needed.For more information and essential functions, see our The City of Saint Paul offers an package including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid time off. The eligible list created from this posting may also be used to fill Accountant II positions as they become available in various departments within the City.Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job. Position RequirementsBachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration or a related field including 24 quarter credits or equivalent semester credits in accounting courses.AND Two years of experience as an Accountant I or equivalent experience in maintaining accounts, analyzing financial data and preparing financial reports, preferably in a governmental accounting environment. (No substitution for education.) Preferred Qualifications:Governmental accounting experience.Experience with accounting for capital assets.Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems. How to Apply Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.Upload the followingdocuments via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without these documents attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)A resume (required-indicate your vacancy related experience)A copy of your transcript (required-an official or unofficial copy is acceptable)First time applying online? Read our Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627. Learn more about our Hiring Process Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interviewhire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a credit check and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Human Resources Contact Information: Consultant Ellen Friedman at 651-266-6533Email: The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history. Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunityaffirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:City Paid Benefits Health Insurance VacationHolidays Sick Leave Life Insurance Subsidized Metro Bus Pass Deferred Compensation Retirement ProgramOptional Benefits Dental Flexible Spending Accounts Disability Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Care InsuranceFor a detailed overview, visit 01 The thorough completion of the application and supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Your education, training, and experience listed on the application and resume are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement (resume) will result in disqualification from this position. Yes 02 Do you possess a bachelor's degree or other advanced degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field (including 24 quarter credits or 16 semester credits in accounting courses)? Yes No 03 Do you have at least two years of experience as an Accountant I or equivalent? Two years of experience as an Accountant I or equivalent: experience in maintaining accounts, analyzing financial data and preparing financial reports, preferably in a governmental accounting environment. Yes No 04 I have attached to this application or will submit via fax, mail, email, or in person a copy of my resume, transcript(s), and any certifications by the application deadline. Yes 05 Select from the following options. Which tasks do you have experience performing. Choose all that apply. Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Cash Receipts Journal Entries Auditing Reconciliations None of the above 06 Based on your selections above, please describe your work related experience with each task. Please include your role, responsibility, and length of experience performing each task. If you selected none of the above, type NA. 07 Select from the following options. Which systems do you have experience working with. Choose all that apply. Excel (Formula's, Graphs, Pivot Tables, V-Lookups, If Statements, etc.) Outlook (Calendars, Meetings, Teams) FinancialERP Systems None of the above 08 Describe your experience with the systems you selected in the previous question, highlighting which ones you feel most comfortable working with and why. If you selected none of the above, type NA 09 Describe a time when you worked with a tight time constraint and under pressure? How did you work through it and what was the result? 10 RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply) City of Saint Paul website City of Saint Paul employee City of Saint Paul job interest card City of Saint Paul walk-in City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications Friend or family member League of Minnesota Cities website website LinkedIn Facebook X (formerly known as Twitter) website ZipRecruiter Pollen website College or University Community organization Job fair Professional association Saint Paul Elevate Session People of Color Career Fair Other 11 RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organizationwebsite name, City of Saint Paul employee name). 12 I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past. Yes No Required Question

Created: 2025-02-24