**Working Title: Accounting Officer Principal** **Job Class: Accounting Officer Principal** **Agency: Education Department** + **Job ID** : 87669 + **Location** : Minneapolis + **Telework Eligible** : Yes + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers + **Date Posted** : 07/21/2025 + **Closing Date** : 08/11/2025 + **Bid Open Date:** 07/21/2025 + **Bid Close Date:** 07/28/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Education Department / MDE-Central Office-MAPE + **Division/Unit** : Education-St Paul / Federal Program Accounts + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Not Applicable Shift + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,648 - $98,240 / annually + **Classified Status** : Classified + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE + **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes CURRENT permanent-classified MDE employees represented by MAPE who are eligible for interest bidding for the position should consult Article 16, Vacancies, Filling of Positions, Section 3, Job Posting and Interest Bidding, of their negotiated agreement. In order to be considered for the position as an interest bidder your application must be received by the "Closed for Bid" date listed above. **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 Agency Finance Division is looking for an Accounting Officer Principal to be a part of the Accounting Services team. This position will work to ensure that state and federal policies are being followed and will coordinate agency wide strategy for reporting and accounting systems support. Duties include: - Coordinating administration work for the MDE Grant Management System; - Developing, coordinating and providing leadwork for federal financial activities; - Coordinating the development and submission of quarterly federal funding and transparency act (FFATA) reporting; - Coordinating subrecipient monitoring procedures for the agency. **This position is eligible for telework to applicants who reside in Minnesota or a bordering state. Effective June 1, employees living within 50 miles of the office location listed above will be required to work in the office at least 50% of the time each month. For those who live 50 or more miles away, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance are eligible to telework up to 100% of the time.** **Minimum Qualifications** **Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.** Four (4) years of professional accounting or finance experience. **Preferred Qualifications** A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, finance or related field. Grants management experience, including managing federal or non-federal funding. Comprehensive accounting experience working for a governmental entity. Experience designing and creating reports. Demonstrated experience with Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT). **Additional Requirements** A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only) Employment Reference Check Conflict of Interest Review Driver's License Check Criminal Background Check Education Background Check The Minnesota Department of Education will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. 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.