**Working Title** : **Accounting Officer Principal** **Job Class: Accounting Officer Principal** **Agency: Public Employees Retire Assoc** + **Job ID:** 83947 + **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:** 02/07/2025 + **Closing Date:** 02/20/2025 + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:** Public Employees Retire Assoc / Pub Employ Retire Assoc-MAPE + **Division/Unit:** Finance Accounting + **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift + **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday + **Travel Required** : No + **Salary Range:** $31.92 - $47.05 / hourly; $66,649 - $98,240 / annually + **Classified Status:** Classified + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) **:** Yes **The work you'll do is more than just a job.** 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 Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) administers and promotes sustainable retirement plans and provides services our members value. We administer three cost-sharing, multiple-employer defined benefit plans; one agent, multiple-employer plan; and a defined contribution plan. These programs are tax-qualified retirement plans under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. PERA serves almost 500,000 current and former public employees from 2,100 governmental agencies. We pay monthly benefits to more than 135,000 retirees, members who are disabled, and survivors of deceased members. Our 185,000 active members include social workers, firefighters, snowplow drivers, nurses, jailers, attorneys, paraprofessionals, and police officers. They work in our parks, cities, counties, and schools across the state. The services they provide and the work they do make our communities better. While PERA receives some State aid, expenses such as benefits, payroll, and other administrative costs are funded by investment earnings and employer and employee contributions. As a principal accountant, this position engages in general accounting of the highest degree of complexity and importance. This position requires effective verbal and written communications with PERA staff and with personnel from other state agencies and local units of government. PERA is hiring for two Accounting Officer Principal positions. Each position will have a different primary responsibilities: + Position 1: Manages PERA’s cash and investments assets, determining the cash balance daily and maximizing investment income, and oversees PERA’s financial activity within the State of Minnesota’s accounting system, SWIFT, by processing complex transactions and analyzing financial reports. + Position 2: Manages PERA’s general ledger and financial reporting, including the complete and accurate recording of financial activity, preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, and reviewing the GASB 68 schedules for employers. These positions will primarily telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) ; however, these positions are required to be in-person once each week and as needed. PERA’s office is located in St. Paul, MN. Only candidates located in Minnesota and bordering states (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) are telework eligible. **Minimum Qualifications** **_*Only applicants whose application and resume clearly demonstrates fulfillment of each minimum qualification listed below will be considered for this position. Ensure your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Also indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held_** **_._** + Four (4) years of demonstrated professional level accounting or financial management experience + A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance may substitute for one (1) year of professional level accounting or financial management experience In addition, professional-level experience and education **_must clearly demonstrate_** the following: + Advanced knowledge and experience in the application of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) + Ability to prepare, analyze, and interpret complex accounting records and reports, recognize discrepancies and implement solutions + Advanced interpersonal and human relations skills sufficient to communicate accounting concepts and standards + Advanced skills with spreadsheet and database tools such as Excel, Access, Workiva, Oracle or similar applications in order to prepare and analyze financial data + Advanced analytical and problem solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to exercise sound judgment in making decisions + Organizational skills sufficient to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines + Ability to work effectively, efficiently, independently and in a team environment **Preferred Qualifications** + A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance + Working knowledge of the state’s accounting system “SWIFT” + Knowledge and experience in the application of governmental accounting standards set forth by Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) + Working knowledge of Minnesota laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures related to financial management and governmental accounting, and plan governance + Knowledge of public pension actuarial principles and knowledge of the Actuarial Standards as set by the Minnesota Legislative Commission on Pensions and Retirement **Physical Requirements** Requires occasional lifting and carrying of articles such as file folders, ledgers, and small office equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one that involves sitting, a certain amount of movement is often necessary in carrying out job duties. **Additional Requirements** It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: + SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only) + Criminal History Check + Employment Reference Check + Social Security and Address Verification + Education Verification + Driver's License Check **The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US. 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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.