Accounting Officer - Accounting Officer

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* Working Title:

Accounting Officer*
* ** Job Class:
Accounting Officer*
* ** Agency:
Teachers Retirement Association*
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** Job ** : 97337

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
No

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 09/29/2026

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** Closing Date** : 10/06/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Teachers Retirement Assoc / Teachers Retirement Asc-MAPE

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** Department/Division:
** TRA Accounting Department / Finance Division

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Yes - Up to 10%

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** Salary Range:**  $24.40 - $35.30 / hourly; $50,947 - $73,706 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* 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.

***** Please note that this posting will be used to fill up to two (2) vacancies. ****
* Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) has been providing pension coverage to Minnesota educators for decades, with a mission to help members and their beneficiaries plan for an independent and financially secure retirement. We are currently seeking job candidates with accounting experience and a customer-oriented approach for our Accounting Officer roles.

Our Accounting Officer positions are responsible for processing TRA accounts payable and recording payments in our accounting and pension systems. Key duties include handling failed Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF), and accounts receivable. The incumbents will ensure all payments are accurately recorded across various systems and prepares the necessary supporting documentation for records retention and annual financial statements. Additionally, the incumbents will assist the Accounting Director in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) and Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) 67 and 68 reports.

These roles also involve training TRA staff on financial topics and completing on-site capital asset and sensitive item inventory tasks.

These positions are not eligible for a schedule that includes telework. The incumbents hired into these positions will be required to work in the office five (5) days per week, in order to perform the essential job duties of this role.

TRA prioritizes work-life balance for our employees and may request, only on occasion, that staff work overtime and/or flex their time in order to complete critical projects or meet important deadlines. Typically, full-time, non-exempt employees at TRA work a 40-hour workweek.

Travel may be required up to 10% for this role.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* Two (2) years of experience providing administrative support that is focused on accounting tasks and/or functions.

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One (1) year of entry-level accounting work experience.

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A Bachelor's degree in Business/Public Administration, Accounting, Finance, Math, Economics, or a related field.

Education and/or experience must demonstrate the following:

+ Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and budgeting practices.

+ Ability to analyze, interpret, reconcile, and audit financial data.

+ Ability to diagnose problems and recommend solutions for process improvement purposes.

+ Ability to interpret state and federal laws and department policies relating to financial matters.

+ Ability to plan, organize, and successfully manage competing priorities.

+ Ability to train or explain complex financial concepts to a variety of audiences.

+ Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with internal staff, clients, school districts, state agencies, and other financial institutions.

+ Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Cisco Web Ex, and/or equivalent software packages.

Successful candidates must further be able to secure their own transportation…