State Aid Payment Specialist - Accounting Officer Senior

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* Working Title:

State Aid Payment Specialist*
* ** Job Class:
Accounting Officer Senior*
* ** Agency:
Transportation Dept*
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** Job ** : 94561

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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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** : 06/05/2026

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** Closing Date** : 06/18/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

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** Division/Unit** :
Finance / State Aid Accounting

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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** :
No

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** Salary Range:**  $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / 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.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The position provides accounting consultation, direction and review of all County and Municipal accounting groups to ensure that maintenance and construction expenditures and reporting is in accordance with State and Federal laws, State Aid rules and regulations and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This position provides education and support before committees, and local agencies.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* Three years of professional accounting or finance experience  that demonstrates:

+ Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting, cost allocations, and project funding requirements.

+ Experience analyzing financial documents for accuracy and compliance.

+ Experience providing training and guidance to internal and external partners.

A bachelor's or master's degree in accounting, business, or finance may substitute for one year of professional accounting or finance experience.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Experience working with Oracle Peoplesoft, Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) or other governmental financial, procurement, and reporting systems.

+ Experience reviewing project cost eligibility for state or federal transportation funding programs.

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Experience with special funds management, such as maintenance accounts, bond payments, or account-to-account transfers.

** Additional Requirements*
* ** Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check*
* It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver's License Check, Education/License Verification and/or a drug and alcohol test.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law.

As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at  or email careers.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.