Working Title: Accounting Officer

　　Job Class: Accounting Officer

　　Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/20/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/09/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources

　　Division/Unit : DNR Parks & Trails Region 1

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes; 1 - 2 overnights/year

　　Salary Range: $22.61 - $32.71 / hourly; $47,209 - $68,298 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

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

　　FLSA Status : Nonexempt

　　Telework Eligible : No

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　Established in 1891, Itasca is the oldest state park in Minnesota and one of the first state parks in the country. Home to the Headwaters of the Mississippi River, the park is one of the top tourism attractions in the Upper Midwest. Itasca State Park operates 7 days a week with visitors on-site 24 hours a day during peak operations. The Itasca District also administers LaSalle State Recreation Area and six State Forest Campgrounds. Annual revenue and expenditures exceed $6 million.

　　Itasca State Park is currently seeking a full-time year-round Accounting Officer to provide financial and budget coordination and lead direction at the Itasca State Park administrative unit including monitoring and analysis; revenue collection and processing; recommending process and procedural controls; preparing financial reports - so that the work of the DNR is carried out within State and Federal laws, Minnesota Management and Budget and DNR policies and procedures.

　　Responsibilities include:

　　Provide leadwork direction in the daily, weekly, and cumulative accounting of Itasca State Park’s receipts/revenue.

　　Develop financial data for the Park Manager, Assistant Park Managers, and other Park supervisors as needed. Prepare a fiscal cash flow statement and a calendar year Profit and Loss statement for the Douglas Lodge Resort Operation (e.g., Douglas Lodge lodging, dining, retail operations and lodging). Assist with annual budget development and Work Unit Software preparation and entry.

　　Lead all aspects of the Park’s business office functions related to the SWIFT and EIOR software systems. Lead and provide direction for the procurement of goods, contracts, and services for Itasca State Park in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

　　Maintain Park Audit File. Lead the annual year-end permit and wood audit, providing all established documentation and recording keeping policies in a timely manner.

　　Assist with the development, implementation, and management of park concession bids and agreements.

　　Manage the Park vendor contracts, working with appropriate Managers and Supervisors to ensure services are not interrupted.

　　Provide leadwork direction to the Park‘s Accounting and Administrative Team by providing training, assigning regular work, and identifying performance issues and notifying the appropriate supervisor.

　　Oversee the Park’s cash fund so that proper exchanges are performed from the fund, and it is reconcilable at all times.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Two (2) years paraprofessional/technical level accounting experience, including receipting invoices, analyzing and interpreting financial data, providing recommendations on payment policies and procedures, and tracking and maintaining costs for program operations.

　　Knowledge of accounting practices sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports, locate errors, recommend solutions to fiscal problems, and forecast future fiscal expectations.

　　Proficiency in the use of personal computers and software packages such as Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

　　Mathematical skills sufficient to calculate, review, and reconcile data and balance multiple accounts.

　　Ability to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports, locate errors, and recommend solutions to fiscal problems.

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

　　Intermediate spreadsheet skills sufficient to develop, capture, compile, and utilize reports that inform and enable effective management.

　　Effective planning, time management, prioritization, and organization skills to pay attention to detail, ensure accuracy, manage a large volume of work, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.

　　Ability to proactively educate and provide procedural guidance to frontline revenue collection staff, administrative support staff, and clerical staff.

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or related field.

　　Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), governmental accounting standards board (GASB) standards, and governmental budgeting terminology and general practices.

　　Comprehensive working knowledge of current state financial and personnel management systems (SWIFT and SEMA4) and Web Integrated Revenue System (WIRES).

　　Proficiency in analytical and reporting tools such as MS Access, Crystal Reports, etc.

　　Successful participation of the State of Minnesota Star of the North Fellowship program.

　　Additional Requirements

　　Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

　　In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

　　It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

　　Conflict of Interest Review

　　Criminal History Check

　　Education Verification

　　Employment Reference / Records Check

　　License / Certification Verification

　　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 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.