Program Grant Accountant - Accounting Officer Intermediate

The Minnesota Department of Human Services is committed to improving the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The Program Grant Accountant will oversee financial reporting for programs and grants, ensuring compliance with fiscal policies and providing technical assistance to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Development and maintain financial reporting requirements to ensure proper reporting of expenditures related to the portfolio
• Report to grantor and/or sponsors the financial information within appropriate specified parameters
• Provide technical assistance to stakeholders for programs and grants in the position's portfolio
• Develop and update processes, policies, and procedures to ensure programs and grants are operated in accordance with Department objectives and policies
• Evaluate available data to make recommendations to streamline reporting and to develop new reporting instruments to achieve Department objective while maintaining sound fiscal stewardship of State, Federal, and Foundation funds

Skills

• One (1) year of professional accounting experience
• OR Three (3) years advanced technical or paraprofessional accounting experience
• OR Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related field and two (2) years advanced technical or paraprofessional accounting experience
• OR Master's degree in accounting, finance or related field
• Accounting experience with strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Process improvement and development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to support efficient and consistent workflows
• Strong technical and analytical skills that include data visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power Automate, Power BI, Tableau or similar tool
• Working with financial systems such as SWIFT, Peoplesoft or similar system
• Ability to assist with audits and financial reviews, including responding to routine inquiries to ensure compliance
• Ability to review and interpret fiscal data, identify discrepancies, and recommend solutions, supported by solid organizational and communication skills
• Grant accounting experience with working knowledge of grant compliance requirements
• Experience analyzing and interpreting complex fiscal reports and records for adherence and conformance to federal laws, state statutes, and department policies
• Communication skills that demonstrate the ability for clear and persuasive presentations to both internal and external audiences, including written and verbal skills to train other staff, answer questions
• Ability to plan, organize, and successfully manage competing priorities
• Variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

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