Finance Coordinator - Accounting Officer Principal
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Financial Compliance
- Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers - Date Posted: 08/12/2026
- Closing Date: 08/18/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE - Division/Unit:
Finance / Budget Support - Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift - Days of Work:
Monday
- Friday - Travel Required:
No - Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
- Classified Status:
Classified - Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status:
Exempt
- Administrative - Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
Yes
Finance Coordinator Job Class:
Accounting Officer Principal Agency:
Transportation Dept
- Job
- Location:
St. Paul - Telework Eligible:
Yes - Full/Part Time:
Full-Time - Regular/Temporary:
Unlimited - Who May Apply:
Open to all qualified job seekers - Date Posted: 08/12/2026
- Closing Date: 08/18/2026
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE - Division/Unit:
Finance / Budget Support - Work Shift/
Work Hours:
Day Shift - Days of Work:
Monday
- Friday - Travel Required:
No - Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
- Classified Status:
Classified - Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- FLSA Status:
Exempt
- Administrative - 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 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.
As the Finance Coordinator, you provide in-depth budget and financial analysis that support leadership and management in making well-informed financial decisions. The analysis provided helps ensure that the agency meets its obligations in managing federal, state (including bond), and special revenue funds and comply with all applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and polices. You’ll also provide financial analysis and recommendations on budget and fiscal policy issues.
- 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.
Two years of advanced professional budget or financial analysis experience that demonstrates:
- Experience monitoring and tracking program budgets to include developing forecast, variance analysis, trends analysis, and/or fund balance projections.
- Experience using statewide or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/accounting systems (e.g., People Soft/Oracle or equivalent) and data tools.
- Experience consulting and providing guidance on financial matters by interpreting and applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or similar accounting principles.
- Experience creating financial reports or analytic tools to reconcile, report, and present financial results.
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, business, or finance may substitute for six months of advanced professional budget or financial analysis experience.
Preferred Qualifications- Public‑sector budget and financial analysis experience with oversight of multiple funding sources (federal, state/bond, special revenues).
- Experience leading or coordinating an annual budget cycle, including scenario modeling, contingency planning, and compliance reviews.
** Successful candidate must pass past‑employer reference checks and criminal history check**
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