State of Minnesota Looking for Finance Specialist 3 or Finance Specialist 2 – SWIFT Module Support at Saint Paul Full Time

Working Title: SWIFT Module Support

Job Class: Finance Specialist 3 or Finance Specialist 2

Agency: Mn Management & Budget

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 12/27/2023

• Closing Date : 01/16/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget

• Division/Unit : Accounting Services / Module Support

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday – Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range Finance Specialist 2: $31.57 – $46.82 / hourly; $65,918 – $97,760 / annually

• Salary Range Finance Specialist 3: $33.90 – $50.27 / hourly; $70,783 – $104,963 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• FLSA Status : Exempt – Professional

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• FLSA Status: Exempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (~~~/) : 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.

The position is responsible for providing advice and functional assistance to state agencies regarding the use of the Statewide Integrated Financial System (SWIFT), consulting with agencies on improving financial management, accounting procedures and business processes, and assisting in the design of modifications to SWIFT to better fit agency business needs. This position works closely with the ~~~@MMB technical developers, batch operations staff, and security staff in resolving system related issues and participating in system upgrades. The position will serve as the team leader by coordinating tasks and providing guidance and expertise to the SWIFT Module Support Team for the Accounts Payable, Billing/Accounts Receivable, and Grants/Projects Modules, including helping to resolve the more complex system issues.

****This posting will hire at the Finance Specialist 3 or Finance Specialist 2 level, depending on qualification of applicant.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four (4) years professional level (Accounting Officer, Senior or higher) experience working with SWIFT or another complex accounting system.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related degree with accounting coursework may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

• Master’ s degree in accounting or related degree with accounting coursework may substitute for 18 months of experience.

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

• Experience which demonstrates an understanding of the diverse operations of agencies within state government.

• Advanced skills with data analysis tools, including experience with database software like Oracle SQL Developer or Microsoft Access.

• Proven analytical, organizational and research skills to solve problems and initiate corrective actions.

• Experience analyzing, designing and testing the implementation of complex business processes.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related degree with the accounting coursework.

• Experience leading the efforts of a team.

• Experience using the PeopleSoft Accounts Payable, Billing/Accounts Receivable, and Grants/Projects Modules in a large organization.

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 ~~~ or email ~~~ . Please indicate what assistance is needed.