Accountant,Financial Reporting,Financial Analyst Job Minneapolis area,Minnesota USA,Accounting

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides ridership through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The accountant is responsible for general ledger accounting functions for basic governmental funds (may include the General Fund, Capital Projects Funds, and/or Special Revenue Funds). This position works with Financial Analysts and Division program staff performing calculations, preparation, analysis and reconciliation duties. Duties include reconciliation of account balances, preparation of state and federal grant reimbursement billings, creation and review of journal entries, report generation (monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc) and preparation of financial statements the Council's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR).

This posting will establish a six-month eligibility list to fill current and future openings.

Monitor general ledger accounts for assigned funds and accounts to assure transactions are accurately recorded in the financial system.
Prepare journal entries to record monthly accruals, correct posting errors, etc.
Reconcile grant account balance; prepare supporting documentation, and billing for state or federal reimbursement requests.
Perform reconciliations and/or allocations of account balances to assure appropriate recording and financial system integrity (may include such accounts as; payroll, cash, investments, inter-fund activity, or other balances as assigned).
Prepare documents for compliance and audits in accordance with GAAP for assigned funds.

Any of the following combinations of experience in accounting or related field and completed education (degree field of study in accounting, finance, business administration, or closely related field):

A high school diploma/GED with four (4) years of experience.
An associate degree with two (2) years of experience.
A bachelor’s degree or higher.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

Experience with financials systems (like People Soft or similar).
Experience and knowledge of accounting practices: reconciling account balances using reports, queries, spreadsheets, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
Experience working in an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees.

What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
Problem solving skills.
Ability to reconcile account balances using reports, queries, spreadsheets, etc.
Experience with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and reporting requirements and apply to job responsibilities.
Ability to prioritize work to meet deadlines.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional documents.
Ability to calculate balances and resolve variances.
Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values diversity among all employees.

What you can expect from us:

We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan…

Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst