Accounting Officer

Jobtailor; Hutchinson (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgewater College in Hutchinson, MN invites applicants for a senior financial administrator responsible for fiscal management, accounting reconciliation, and grant oversight across federal, state, and private awards. The role emphasizes accurate financial reporting, audit readiness, and adherence to GAAP.

You will lead reconciliation processes, monitor compliance, prepare reimbursement requests, and support close-out activities.

Qualifications

• Two years of work-related experience required.
• Bachelor's degree may substitute for 12 months of experience.
• Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.
• Experience with GAAP and financial reporting processes.
• Ability to reconcile accounts and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform fiscal management functions and accounting work for Ridgewater College.
• Provide leadership in reconciliation processes, compliance monitoring, financial reporting, and financial transaction processing.
• Provide financial management analysis, consultation, and training for the college.
• Manage federal, state, and private grants, projects, and agreements.
• Maintain the chart of accounts to reflect grant/project operations.
• Monitor grant/project financial data and ensure expenses stay within parameters.
• Provide required financial reports and reimbursement requests for federal/state grants.
• Submit reports and reimbursement requests to grantors.
• Assist grant directors with close-out requirements, including audits.
• Prepare invoicing per grant/interagency agreements.
• Reconcile special allocations and grants with SWIFT.
• Provide accounting services for lease agreements, PSEO contracts, and college revenue activities.
• Determine cash flow assistance and monitor appropriations and year-end closing.
• Provide monthly budget summary and detail reports and additional requests.
• Interpret and audit budget reports, identify discrepancies, and initiate corrections.
• Determine, initiate, and communicate actions to resolve fiscal issues (journal entries, corrections, etc.).
• Ensure expenditures are recorded in the Minnesota State Accounting System per policies.
• Perform other duties to support department operations.

Skills

Fiscal Management

Accounting Reconciliation

Financial Reporting

Grant Management

GAAP Knowledge

Data Analysis

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months experience

Tools

ISRS

MnSCU Accounting

Workday

Microsoft Office Suite

Perceptive Content

State of Minnesota eServices

Job description

• Perform fiscal management functions and accounting work for Ridgewater College
• Provide leadership in accounting reconciliation processes, compliance monitoring, financial reporting, and financial transaction processing
• Provide financial management analysis, consultation, and training for the college
• Manage federal, state, and private grants, projects, and agreements
• Maintain the chart of accounts to accurately reflect grant/project operations
• Monitor grant/project financial data and ensure expenses remain within grant/project parameters
• Provide required financial reports and complete reimbursement requests for federal and state grants
• Submit reports and reimbursement requests to grantors
• Assist grant directors with close-out requirements, including audits
• Prepare invoicing per grant/interagency agreements
• Reconcile special allocations and grants with SWIFT
• Provide accounting services for lease agreements, PSEO contracts, and college revenue activities
• Determine cash flow assistance and monitor appropriations and year-end closing
• Provide monthly budget summary and detail reports and additional reports upon request
• Interpret and audit budget reports, identify discrepancies, and initiate corrections
• Determine, initiate, and communicate actions to resolve fiscal issues, including journal entries, expenditure corrections, purchasing adjustments, or budget revisions
• Ensure expenditures are properly recorded in the Minnesota State Accounting System according to applicable policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned to support department operations

Requirements

• Two years of work-related experience
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for 12 months of experience
• An Associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience
• Skilled in accounts receivable and computerized billing systems
• Ability to accurately enter, access, and correct financial data
• Experience with accounting systems, querying and compiling records, preparing reports, and supporting spending plans, financial status updates, and budget requests
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Skilled in analyzing, interpreting, reconciling, and preparing financial information
• Ability to identify discrepancies and recommend solutions to procedural or fiscal issues
• Ability to interpret and explain accounting and related fiscal policies, procedures, and practices
• Knowledge of business practices, principles, and protocols applied to disbursements, purchasing, and receipts techniques
• Familiarity with ISRS, MnSCU Accounting, Workday, Microsoft Office Suite, credit card systems, State of Minnesota eServices (DOR collections), and Perceptive Content
• Hands‑on experience with document management systems, including setup and ongoing maintenance
• Ability to develop and document procedures, recommend best practices, and revise processes
• Commitment to fostering inclusivity and demonstrated knowledge of and interest in diverse cultures and populations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Resume and cover letter required
• Employees driving on college/university business using a rental or state vehicle must conform to MnSCU vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in fiscal management, accounting reconciliation, and compliance monitoring, with a strong ability to analyze and prepare financial reports while ensuring adherence to GAAP and relevant policies. Proficient in managing grants and financial transactions, with a commitment to inclusivity and confidentiality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Fiscal Management
• Accounting Reconciliation
• Financial Reporting
• Grant Management
• GAAP Knowledge

Hard Skills

• Accounts Receivable
• Financial Data Entry
• Budget Analysis
• Financial Reporting
• Discrepancy Identification
• Document Management
• Financial Information Preparation
• Querying Accounting Systems
• Expenditure Correction
• Budget Revision

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Confidentiality

Industry Keywords

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Fiscal Policies
• Financial Transaction Processing
• Compliance Monitoring
• Grant Close-Out Requirements

Tools & Technologies

• ISRS
• MnSCU Accounting
• Workday
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Credit Card Systems
• State of Minnesota eServices
• Perceptive Content