Accounts Payable - Accounting Technician

The Minnesota Department of Corrections is seeking an Accounts Payable Technician to join their team. This role involves performing various technical accounting services for the department, including auditing and processing accounts payable, preparing and authorizing invoice payments, and assisting with accounts receivable calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform various technical accounting services necessary for successful Department of Corrections (DOC) financial operations, including but not limited to auditing and processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashier, and other accounting responsibilities
• Effectively prepare, process, audit, and authorize the payment of invoices and monthly reports
• Complete agency wide deposits
• Assist with accounts receivable calculations and invoicing
• Identify as well as support process improvements, ensure adherence to policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems
• Knowledge of an accounting system sufficient to query and compile records and reports as well as process invoice payments
• Knowledge of an accounts payable system or process to adequately prepare invoices for payment
• Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers and other office equipment such as calculators
• Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts
• Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact with colleagues and vendors
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and a high degree of accuracy in working with numbers and crucial recordkeeping on a daily basis
• Ability to read and write a variety of materials in English
• Associate's degree or higher in Business, Accounting or an Accounting related field
• Experience with SWIFT accounting systems
• Experience with EIOR procurement and accounts payable systems
• Experience processing Accounts Payable for a large (e.g. 150 or more vendors) governmental agency or large business organization
• Experience compiling and reviewing monthly reports for outstanding invoice follow up
• Time management, problem-solving, and multi-tasking abilities

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
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• 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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