Financial Specialist

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve.

As a Financial Specialist, you will provide a range of bookkeeping functions for Guardianship Options by coordinating with Guardian/Conservator in the management and reporting of the financial affairs of vulnerable clients.

• An excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, vision, 403(b) plan with a match, wellness program, and other ancillary plans
• Generous PTO plan, Paid Holidays, and 3 Float Days
• Opportunities to continue professional development
• An ALIVE Workplace that is Supportive, Positive, Healthy and Fun
• A diverse workplace

• Maintain financial documentation according to policy and present to all internal and external auditors upon request.
• Document and bill service hours for each assigned client following LSS GO policy and procedures.
• Handle all finances associated with the client’s estate, including but not limited to payment of bills, reconciling accounts, handling deposits, etc.

• Two-year associate’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in accounting, banking or customer service is required.
• Coordinating skills required to organize and maintain separate financial records for 30 to 60 individual clients.
• Computer literacy, spreadsheets, word processing and basic budgeting required.
• Strong communication skills; good listening and questioning abilities.
• Strong administrative skills to monitor financial data and adhere to financial policies and procedures.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle stressful situations calmly and professionally.
• DHS criminal background check required.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail regarding financial tasks.
• Good planning and organizational skills; able to determine priorities and manage time appropriately.
• Sound judgment and problem‑solving skills to analyze problems regarding best interests of clients.