Accounting Supervisor Senior

Job Details

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 06/23/2026
• Closing Date: 07/14/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Office of Higher Education / MMA
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $31.08 - $45.01 / hourly; $64,895 - $93,981 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association / MMA
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Accounting Supervisor Senior role exists to oversee and elevate the financial operations of the agency within the Financial Services Department. This position is instrumental in managing the SWIFT Accounting System, leading the payroll and purchasing procurement processes, and ensuring the integrity of the accounts payable and receivables cycle. The Accounting Supervisor Senior plays a crucial role in reconciling reports used in preparation and presentation of financial statements on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, facilitating the agency's external audit processes and acting as the cornerstone for financial documentation and compliance.

Additionally, the role encompasses the strategic development and oversight of an agency‑wide fiscal compliance and best practices training program, aimed at fortifying the agency’s adherence to state and federal regulations, thereby safeguarding its fiscal integrity. The role also provides support and backup for the preparation of the financial statements, processing of payroll, procurement, and accounting transactions.

• Four (4) years of experience with the accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, or procurement processes of the State of Minnesota, or similarly complex organization.
• Two (2) years of experience reconciling financial accounts and reports.
• Experience with Minnesota's Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT), or similarly complex Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to engage effectively with others while managing projects and solving problems.
• Demonstrated ability to lead others by providing guidance, direction, and support to accounting staff in managing financial operations, accuracy, and compliance.
• Ability to prioritize work responsibilities to manage a variety of tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook or similar applications with the ability to create quality work products including forms, spreadsheets, budgets, databases, and correspondence.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of experience of supervisory, directing, or managing the day‑to‑day financial operations of a state agency or similar governmental organization.
• Two (2) years of experience with the fiscal year end closing process at a state agency or similar governmental organization.
• Experience with preparation of financial statements, including generation of reports and reconciliation of accounts.
• Experience with State of Minnesota procurement processes.
• Experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

• Ability to position self and move sufficiently to perform repetitive tasks.
• Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time.
• Ability to carry up to 20 pounds of weight on an infrequent basis.

• SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal History Check
• Employee Reference Check
• Social Security Verification

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental…