Accounting Officer Senior

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Working Title:
Accounting Officer Senior

Job Class:
Accounting Officer Senior

Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

• Job : 93109
• Location
  :
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 06/18/2026
• Closing Date
  : 07/08/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Department of Natural Resources
• Division/Unit
  :
  Operations Services Division
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range: $29.25 - $42.94 / hourly; $61,074 - $89,658 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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 was previously announced on 03/27/2026. If you have already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking to fill one (1) full‑time Accounting Officer Senior position in St. Paul, MN.

This position exists to perform advanced professional accounting work to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial transactions and reporting for the DNR. It will support the agency's mission through expert application of state accounting policies, internal controls, and financial analysis. It will serve as a subject matter expert for assigned funds, programs, or divisions and provide leadership in resolving complex accounting issues, implementing fiscal controls, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

This position has a flexible work arrangement and may be eligible to telework on a part‑time basis (up to 50%) which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete an annual telework agreement.

Three (3) years of experience in accounting/budgeting, including planning and managing large budgets, procurement oversight, creating fiscal reports, and data review and trend analysis.

• A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Experience as a lead worker sufficient to provide accounting oversight and maintain a cohesive team by developing effective, collaborative working relationships with colleagues.

Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices, budgeting policies, principles, and practices sufficient to assist in the accounting and budgetary processes.

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other analytical tools sufficient to track expenses, analyze accounts, prepare reports, and reconcile budgets.

Human relations skills sufficient to motivate, provide guidance, and achieve cooperation and commitment to program objectives.

Ability to read, interpret, and apply federal and state statutes, laws, regulations, and policies.

Ability to prepare and interpret complex fiscal reports in order to recognize potential budget risks and identify solutions.

Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts and principles to ensure accurate and effective transmission of information through internal and interagency communications for routine and technical situations.

Advanced skills with spreadsheets and database tools such as Excel, Access, Word, or similar applications in order to prepare and analyze financial data.

A bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or finance or a related field.

Experience with audit procedures and knowledge of federal and state accounting sufficient to understand auditing and reporting requirements.

Experience in accounts payable / accounts receivable, revenue sufficient to track…