Parks and Trails Revenue Accounting Officer

Working Title:

Parks and Trails Revenue Accounting Officer Job Class:
Accounting Officer Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes, up to 50%
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/24/2025
• Closing Date: 01/13/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit:
  Parks and Trails
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• 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 Division of Parks and Trails is seeking to fill one (1) full‑time Accounting Officer located in St. Paul, MN. The days of work are Monday through Friday, the hours of work are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

This position provides accounting and fiscal services on a statewide basis to support the Division of Parks and Trails and to collaborate with division managers and program staff in coordinating all phases of the revenue accounting process. This includes the development and processing of revenue budgets, and monitoring of the processing of $30 million of revenue collected at state parks, serving as liaison with the parks and MMB (Minnesota Management and Budget) – Cash Management.

This position also includes responsibilities in the area of providing financial reports to management and liaison to DNR (Department of Natural Resources) internal audit staff on revenue issues.

• Revenue – Manage the revenue process and the reporting of division revenue assuring that deposits are accurately recorded and reconciled.
• Budget – Monitors division receipts and fiscal processes to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, and generally accepted accounting principles. Assist in providing financial reporting to Division management and other Department personnel.
• Contracts – Regulates and monitors Division income agreements for compliance with state regulations and department policies by advising activity managers on the methods of establishing and implication of income agreements; reviews income agreements; preparing or direction preparation of documents; making required entries into the DNR Accounting System known as WIRES; and maintaining accurate file records.
• Fully support and contribute to the successful operation of the fiscal unit, the Division of Parks and Trails and the Department of Natural Resources in a professional manner. Comply with all Division and Department standards related to professional conduct. Contribute to the continuous improvement of the fiscal unit's operations.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part‑time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.

• Two (2) years of experience performing accounting support or technical work, such as bookkeeping, reconciliations, data entry, or assisting with financial reports.
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices, budgeting policies, principles, and practices sufficient to assist in the accounting and budgetary processes.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers and software packages such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Access and other analytical tools.
• Ability to reconcile data, balance accounts, and resolve fiscal discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and human relations skills sufficient to build and maintain effective working relationships with DNR staff and external customers.
• Ability to clearly communicate…