PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR RESUME CLEARLY DESCRIBES YOUR EXPERIENCE IN THE AREAS LISTED AND INDICATES THE BEGINNING AND ENDING MONTH AND YEAR FOR EACH JOB HELD. ONLY APPLICANTS WHOSE RESUMES CLEARLY DEMONSTRATE FULFILLMENT OF EACH OF THESE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

Two (2) years of experience working in one or more of the following financial areas providing technical assistance and maintaining finance policies and procedures:

• Grant Administration and Management
• Payments
• Budget Monitoring
• Financial Reconciliations
• Compliance and Risk Assessments
• Other closely related areas as determined by the agency

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Knowledge of business finance and due diligence standards
• Skills in analyzing data, budgets and compile reports with skills sufficient to add, subtract, multiply, calculate averages and percentages
• Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, finance or other closely related field as determined by the agency
• Knowledge of state grantmaking statutes and policy
• Knowledge of accounting and DEED Fiscal Services procedures and regulations to review, analyze grants budgets and internal fiscal documents, including payment forms
• Ability to work within a start-up environment
• Ability to analyze and interpret program data, read and analyze financial reports, participant data, and program outcomes in order to conduct pre-award risk assessments, submit reimbursement forms, and monitor grantee award outcomes
• Ability to provide both financial as well as project technical assistance to awardees
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred Candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
• Employment Reference Check
• Conflict of Interest Review
• Driver’s License and Records Check

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

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The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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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.

POSITION PURPOSE:

The position exists to support the Paid Leave Division grants program of DEED, serving as lead administrator of fiscal compliance and risk monitoring through the grant cycle. This will include, but is not limited to, conducting all pre-award Risk Assessments, reviewing and approving grant budgets. This position will work closely with the Grants Specialist Coordinator to ensure compliance with State of Minnesota law, and relevant policies and procedures throughout the grant cycle. As a fiscal lead, they will receive, validate, and submit payment processing, support monitoring of awarded budgets and conduct financial reconciliations. Provide direction on a consistent basis to grantees and Paid Leave staff, to ensure compliance with State Statutes, DEED and Paid Leave Grant policies.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Review, analyze and approve incoming payment reimbursement reports and applicable supporting documentation from the grantees
• Conduct financial reconciliations
• Support Grant Specialist Coordinator with the close-out process
• Conduct the pre-award risk assessment and relate the outcome to Grants Specialist Coordinator
• Monitor, evaluate, and document financial and/or programmatic risk throughout grant project cycle
• Provide technical assistance for grantees throughout the grant project cycle
  This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
  This position is telework eligible and is occasionally required to be on-site at the St. Paul office. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.