Accountant​/Financial Analyst

The Accountant/Financial Analyst is primarily responsible for supporting and assisting with management of all aspects of the City’s General Finance System Information. This includes reconciliations, account analysis, preparation of journal entries, assistance with the audit process, preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), and serving on the finance budget team working with various assigned areas. Positive team interaction, strong organizational, excellent internal and external customer service and critical thinking skills are qualities that will help you succeed at the City of Brooklyn Park.

Final date to receive applications: This job posting will be open until filled. If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended that you apply as soon as possible upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.

First review of applications will be on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

• Perform account analysis and prepare account reconciliations and journal entries for multiple departments and funds as assigned. Task includes reviewing all AP/AR/Payroll/GL entries for accuracy.
• Prepare audit work papers and schedules and assist with the audit process and ACFR development.
• Review and approve Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions validating that they are in compliance with purchasing policies, City policies and within budget parameters.
• Assist departments with analysis and development of Capital Improvement Projects and Capital Equipment Projects.
• Serve on Finance Budget Team, schedule meetings with assigned areas, follow through on budget questions, and prepare budget summaries.
• Assist departments with finance/budget/accounting questions.
• Lead meetings to discuss project or grant information, maintain appropriate documentation and prepare reports.
• Prepare and file financial and budget reports to the Office of the State Auditor and other state and federal agencies as assigned.
• Budget preparation and financial reporting for the city’s capital improvement plan and capital equipment plan.
• Record, track and maintain data for the Capital Asset System in accordance with City policy.
• Analyze and prepare the budget for the city’s internal service charges for buildings, equipment, vehicles, loss control and Information Technology Services.
• Provide accounting services:
  • Bank reconciliation.
  • Set up projects, run project reports and track project expenditures.
  • Support grant management.
• Assist with project management of financial services division, ensuring alignment with city policies and goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Accounting or a highly related field.

Three (3) years of accounting experience or highly related experience.

An equivalent combination of related education/experience may be considered.

• Knowledge of government and generally accepted accounting principles, practices, procedures and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, methods, and techniques used in bookkeeping and accounting.
• General knowledge of relevant IRS rules and Minnesota sales tax laws.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral forms.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to apply a variety of procedures, policies and precedents using moderate analytical ability to adapt methods to fit facts and conditions.
• Strong problem solving and decision‑making skills, ability to develop alternatives and make prompt decision under constraints.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision; must set goals and priorities and work efficiently to accomplish critical objectives.
• Strong customer service orientations; ability to create effective working relationships with a variety of people and maintain a positive professional manner while resolving customer issues.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to professionally exhibit cultural sensitivity, patience and understanding in the…