Accounts Payable Accountant

5 days ago

Brooklyn, United States Minnesota State Full time
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Working Title:
Accounts Payable Accountant

Institution:
North Hennepin Community College

Classification Title:

Accounting Technician

Bargaining Unit / Union:
207: AFSCME - Technical

City:
Brooklyn Park

FLSA:
Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:
Full time

Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:
$22.57 - $32.79

Job Description

Under general supervision and procedural control, this position is responsible for all accounts payable for North Hennepin Community College ensuring that vendor invoices are handled in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with Federal, State, local, and Minnesota State policies and procedures. Relatedly, the position assists in the oversight and administration of purchasing card activities and reporting, as well as processing student payroll. In addition, the position is accountable for posting receipts to the appropriate programs, projects, and grants in the college's system of financial record. The position will also be responsible for the compilation and reconciliation of the monthly mitigating control documentation.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports, locate errors, and recommend solutions to procedural and other fiscal problems.
  • Knowledge of acceptable accounts payable business practices.
  • English (speaking, writing, reading) sufficient to communicate effectively, follow verbal and written instructions and perform the job duties of the position.
  • Math skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts.
  • Computer skills sufficient to effectively manage accounts payable requirements including knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word or similar programs, and the basic principles, practices and techniques of database management. Must be able to set up spreadsheets with formulas using Microsoft Excel or similar program.
  • Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures.
  • Ability to work independently to organize and prioritize tasks sufficient to ensure timely completion and handle multiple projects simultaneously with accuracy and a strong attention to detail.
  • Good human relation skills are needed in verbal and written communications to establish and ensure courteous and respectful working relationships with students both on and off-campus, college employees and vendors.
  • Customer service skills sufficient to convey complicated information in an understandable manner as an expert resource for vendor and customers.
  • Physical Demands include sitting and standing for long periods of time.
Preferred Qualification
  • Knowledge of Minnesota State College policies and procedures.
  • Prior experience using Workday, Minn State's ISRS (Integrated Student Record Systems) system-Payments and Billing Office functions, and the state SWIFT system.
  • Two or more years of direct experience with accounts payable.
  • Two or more years working in a customer service environment.
  • Demonstrated experience maintaining a work environment that respects and values differences and diversity.
  • Knowledge of law, policies, procedures, and Legislative Auditor, Department of Finance and State Treasurer requirements for handling and depositing state funds.


Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Work Shift

Monday - Friday

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

About

Why Choose NHCC?

Choose to work at North Hennepin Community College (NHCC) and you will be joining a vibrant, and diverse professional community who believe in the power of education to change lives. NHCC welcomes their students and values their employees.

About the College:

NHCC has a rich tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. Founded in 1966, the college is a respected, thriving comprehensive community college with a strong history of liberal arts education and career programs. NHCC is one of the largest and most diverse community colleges in the state of Minnesota. NHCC is a member of Minnesota State which is the fourth-largest system of state colleges and universities in the United States and the largest in the state with 26 colleges, 7 universities and 54 campuses. Offering more than 70 academic programs to over 7,000 students NHCC prepares students to transfer or for immediate entry into the workforce. The thriving campus is also home to a wide variety of student clubs and organizations supporting a largely part-time student body with co-curricular and recreational activities.

Join our NHCC community and help us create opportunities for students to reach their academic goals, succeed in their chosen professions, and make a difference in the world.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:
01-01-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:
11-22-2024

Close Date:
12-03-2024

Posting Contact Name:
Michelle Lynn Kiffmeyer

Posting Contact Email:
wd2373ys@minnstate.edu

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