Accounting Officer

• Perform fiscal management functions and accounting work for Ridgewater College
• Provide leadership in accounting reconciliation processes, compliance monitoring, financial reporting, and financial transaction processing
• Provide financial management analysis, consultation, and training for the college
• Manage federal, state, and private grants, projects, and agreements
• Maintain the chart of accounts to accurately reflect grant/project operations
• Monitor grant/project financial data and ensure expenses remain within grant/project parameters
• Provide required financial reports and complete reimbursement requests for federal and state grants
• Submit reports and reimbursement requests to grantors
• Assist grant directors with close-out requirements, including audits
• Prepare invoicing per grant/interagency agreements
• Reconcile special allocations and grants with SWIFT
• Provide accounting services for lease agreements, PSEO contracts, and college revenue activities
• Determine cash flow assistance and monitor appropriations and year-end closing
• Provide monthly budget summary and detail reports and additional reports upon request
• Interpret and audit budget reports, identify discrepancies, and initiate corrections
• Determine, initiate, and communicate actions to resolve fiscal issues, including journal entries, expenditure corrections, purchasing adjustments, or budget revisions
• Ensure expenditures are properly recorded in the Minnesota State Accounting System according to applicable policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations

• Two years of work-related experience
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for 12 months of experience
• An Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience
• Skilled in accounts receivable and computerized billing systems
• Ability to accurately enter, access, and correct financial data
• Experience with accounting systems, querying and compiling records, preparing reports, and supporting spending plans, financial status updates, and budget requests
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Skilled in analyzing, interpreting, reconciling, and preparing financial information
• Ability to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions to procedural or fiscal issues
• Ability to interpret and explain accounting and related fiscal policies, procedures, and practices
• Knowledge of business practices, principles, and protocols applied to disbursements, purchasing, and receipts techniques
• Familiarity with ISRS, MnSCU Accounting, Workday, Microsoft Office Suite, credit card systems, State of Minnesota eServices (DOR collections), and Perceptive Content
• Hands‑on experience with document management systems, including setup and ongoing maintenance
• Ability to develop and document procedures, recommend best practices, and revise processes
• Commitment to fostering inclusivity and demonstrated knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Resume and cover letter required
• Employees driving on college/university business using a rental or state vehicle must conform to MnSCU vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check

Demonstrates expertise in fiscal management, accounting reconciliation, and compliance monitoring, with a strong ability to analyze and prepare financial reports while ensuring adherence to GAAP and relevant policies. Proficient in managing grants and financial transactions, with a commitment to inclusivity and confidentiality.

• Fiscal Management
• Accounting Reconciliation
• Financial Reporting
• Grant Management
• GAAP Knowledge

• Accounts Receivable
• Financial Data Entry
• Budget Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Discrepancy Identification
• Document Management
• Financial Information Preparation
• Querying Accounting Systems
• Expenditure Correction
• Budget Revision

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Fiscal Policies
• Financial Transaction Processing
• Compliance Monitoring
• Grant Close-Out Requirements

• ISRS
• MnSCU Accounting
• Workday
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Credit Card Systems
• State of Minnesota eServices
• Perceptive Content