Manager, Accounting

3 weeks ago

Minneapolis, United States Metropolitan Council Full time
WHO WE ARE

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides rides through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Manager, Accounting provides hands on, proactive leadership and daily work direction. This position ensures that financial controls are appropriately used in the gathering of financial data for Operations and Capital transactions and verifies that all necessary financial controls and procedures are being used to gather information that is included in all financial reports. Proficiency in financial reporting, GAAP, GASBs, month-end processes, financial analysis, account reconciliation, understanding policies and procedures, managing staff, and customer service is necessary for success in this position.

This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. The candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

What you would do in this job


  • Provide overall leadership and direction to the General Ledger team in the development of the Council's Annual Financial Report, Annual state audit, Federal and state reporting for grant monies and for internal management and ad-hoc financial reports.
  • Act as the primary advisor for financial theory (Governmental Accounting Standards, (GASB's) and document the effects of these statements will have on the Council's financials. Communicate to all finance and areas of impact.
  • Ensure that financial policies and procedures and up to date. Review with end-users and bring to Policy review committee, any updated.
  • Monitor compliance with legal/ policy requirements and effectiveness of internal controls in our systems and practices. Monitor for new financial policies that need to be in place for the general ledger team.
  • Plan, distribute, assign, counsel, coach and review staff work to assure responsibilities/ priorities are addressed timely and accurately (including: 1:1 meeting, team meetings, and performance reviews).
  • Develop goals and benchmarks to evaluate individual performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Lead staff to provide a workplace environment that supports diversity.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

Any of the following combinations of completed education (in accounting or closely related field) and progressively responsible experience (in accounting):

Bachelor's degree or higher with six (6) years of experience, including three (3) years of supervisory/management experience in accounting.
OR
Associate's degree with eight (8) years of experience, including three (3) years of supervisory/management experience in accounting.
OR
High school diploma or GED with ten (10) years of experience, including three (3) years of supervisory/management experience in accounting.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

  • Degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • Experience working with diverse populations.
  • Experience coaching, developing, and mentoring staff.
  • Experience working in a public sector finance particularly government finance.
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles for governmental organization, Government Standards, Accounting practices and principles.
  • Knowledge of working in complex multifunctional departments, commitment to on-time projects
  • Knowledge of government annual report preparation.
  • Skills in performance management (coaching, counseling, staff development, performance improvement, discipline).
  • Skills in financial management systems.
  • Skills in preparation of financial statements and analysis.
  • Ability to listen effectively and demonstrates that others are heard
  • Ability to plan, organize, manage and evaluate work performed
  • Ability to develop effective, collaborative working relationships
Additional information

Union/Salary Grade: TMSA/Grade J
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:
You would perform your work in a standard office setting. Work may sometimes require travel between your primary work site and other sites.

What steps the recruitment process involve:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.

2. We review work record evaluation (ATU employees only).

3. We rate your education and experience.

4. We conduct a structured panel interview.

5. We conduct a selection interview.


If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR-OCCHealth@metc.state.mn.us.

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