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, assisting with audit process and 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.

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.

• Performs account analysis and prepares account reconciliations and journal entries for multiple departments and funds as assigned. Task includes reviewing all AP/AR/Payroll/GL entries are accurate.
• Prepare audit work papers and schedules and assist with the audit process and ACFR development.
• Reviews and approves Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions validating that they are in compliance with purchasing policies, City policies and within budget parameters.
• Assists departments with analysis and development of Capital Improvement Projects and Capital Equipment Projects.
• Serves on Finance Budget Team, schedules meetings with assigned areas, follows through on budget questions, and prepares budget summaries.
• Assists departments with finance/budget/accounting questions.
• Leads meetings to discuss project or grant information, maintains appropriate documentation and prepares reports.
• Prepares and files 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.
• Records, tracks and maintains data for the Capital Asset System in accordance with City policy.
• Analyzes and prepares the budget for the City's internal service charges for buildings, equipment, vehicles, loss control and Information Technology Services.
• Provides accounting services.
  • Bank reconciliation.
  • Set up projects, run project reports and track project expenditures.
  • Supports grant management.
• Assists with project management of financial services division, ensuring alignment with city policies and goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Accounting or 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 course of work duties.
• Proven ability and demonstrated commitment to an inclusive workplace related to racial equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds.
• Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction.
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement.

• Two (2) years of demonstrated experience with municipal budgets, annual reports, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and GASB.
• Advanced level of proficiency in Excel to include creation, including pivot tables and updating existing spreadsheets.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) licensure.
• Previous experience with tax settlements, reconciliations, Tax…