JOB SUMMARY

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 MN.IT@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.

FINANCE SPECIALIST 2 REQUIREMENTS

• Three (3) 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.

FINANCE SPECIALIST 3 REQUIREMENTS

• 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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related degree with the accounting coursework.
• Experience leading the efforts of a team.
• Experience using PeopleSoft financial modules in a large organization, including Accounts Payable, Billing/Accounts Receivable, General Ledger/Commitment Control, Asset Management and/or Grants/Projects Modules.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

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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.