Accountant II - Supervisory

City of Minneapolis
$82,118.40 - $104,101.92 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
Feb 28, 2025
Position Description Responsible for all aspects of the accounting function for three Public Works enterprise funds, budget preparation and analysis, assisting with financial and business plan development and analysis, closing fiscal month/year-end accounting records, preparing financial statements and reports. Also responsible for supervising and directing two staff members. Salary: Anticipated starting salary for this position is: $82,118.40 - $104,101.92/annually, depending on qualifications. Work Location: This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office. Job Duties and Responsibilities Perform and/or supervise a variety of accounting tasks, including planning, organizing, delegating, and monitoring assigned accounting activities. Act as a technical consultant to management, staff members, and customers on financial issues, providing general information and guidance. Coordinate, review, analyze and monitor all budgets submitted by the assigned departments, and assist in the preparation of related financial and business plans. Provide technical assistance to, and financial monitoring of sub-recipient organizations to comply with grant requirements. Audit and analyze accounting records and statements, including budget to actual comparisons, reasonability of account balances, and preparation of financial projections. Prepare financial statements, reports, and notes to financial statements on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis including preparation of the City's annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) Provide financial information to State Auditors as requested. Manage the accounting for, and financial reporting of revenues and expenditures, capital assets of grant funds, and related billing and reimbursement request processes. Recommend and assist with the development of new accounting systems and procedures. Review internal control and accounting practices of the department's purchasing and inventory, billing, payroll, accounts receivable, etc. Reconcile the credit card bank accounts for the City and review monthly bank activity. Establish, update and report periodically on cash forecasting. Maintain logs of confidential funds ensuring that all funds are segregated and accounted for. Recommend changes in accounting practices to conform to City ordinances and other legal requirements. Develop and maintain Federal and City accounts. Supervise Accountants and Account Clerks, including participation in hiring, training, evaluating, disciplining delegating, monitoring, and managing their work. Train staff in use of the accounting system and procedures, reviewing their work and providing additional assistance needed. Provide technical assistance to non grant funded activities that include the preparation of required reports, processing of invoices, etc. Perform special accounting projects and financial analysis as required. Analyze requests for bond issues, expenditure requests. WORKING CONDITIONS Normal office environment Required Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a closely related field MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Three to five years professional level accounting experience, which has included preparing financial statements and reports, developing and monitoring budgets, monitoring grant expenditures and reimbursements, general ledger, cost, or fund accounting. EQUIVALENCY An equivalent combination of education and highly related experience in a similar environment may be considered. LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS None required Selection Process The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process. Background Check The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position. Drug and Alcohol Testing All job applicants must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be required to sign a notification and consent form prior to undergoing drug and alcohol testing. Applicants who do not consent to undergo drug and alcohol testing will not be required to do so and the City will withdraw the conditional job offer, resulting in the job applicant no longer being considered for the position. Union Representation This position is not represented by a collective bargaining agreement. Eligible List Statement The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established. Interview Selection The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of the principles of public finance administration and modern accounting technology. Considerable knowledge of governmental, cost and general accounting principles, including standards set by GASB, Federal and State agencies and State and local laws. Knowledge of the law as it relates to professional accounting activities. Good knowledge of the City's budget process and procedures and of existing finance policies and their application. Knowledge of City software systems such as PeopleSoft Financials (COMET), HRIS, COGNOS, Data Warehouse, etc. Management and supervision skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to analyze and interpret abstract data, and put it into a meaningful format. Oral and written communication skills. As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis. The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.