Accounting Officer Intermediate - Business Manager (SA26008)

Minnesota; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading university as an Accounting Officer Intermediate - Business Manager in Mankato, where you will manage financial planning and budget oversight for student programs. This full-time position demands strong accounting knowledge and management skills to support a diverse campus environment. Enjoy competitive salary and benefits while contributing to a vital educational mission.

Benefits

11 paid Holidays

Vacation and Sick Time

Low cost medical and dental insurance

Pension Plan

Professional development opportunities

Tuition waiver program

Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Ability to interpret financial and budget documents.
• Knowledge of budgeting policies.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for financial planning for the Centennial Student Union.
• Conduct long-range financial forecasting.
• Advise Student Allocations Committee.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting principles

Knowledge of financial management techniques

Ability to establish working relationships

Ability to prepare complex fiscal records

Ability to analyze fiscal reports

Education

Relevant degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

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Apply locations Mankato time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: June 12, 2025 (4 days left to apply) job requisition id JR0000002388

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Working Title:

Accounting Officer Intermediate - Business Manager (SA26008)

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Mankato

Classification Title:

Accounting Officer Inter

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Mankato

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Seasonal (Seasonal)

Salary Range:

$0.00 - $0.00

Salary Range

$26.04 - $37.98 / hourly; $54,371 - $79,302 / annually

Job Description

This position is responsible for financial planning and aspects of budget management for the Centennial Student Union and Student Activity Fee Fund. The position performs long range financial forecasting of revenues and expenses to support the development of the annual budgets for the CSU and Student Activity Fee Fund. The position works with the Student Allocations Committee on a weekly basis, and advises them through the business process of allocating funds to a variety of student organizations and the annual departmental funding process. The position is also responsible for daily monitoring and record keeping, as well as processing some departmental transactions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge or generally accepted accounting principles and practices sufficient to coordinate the various phases of departmental accounting functions.

• Knowledge of financial, statistical, database and spreadsheet software sufficient to apply to business needs.

• Knowledge of financial management and analysis techniques to apply them to strategic and business planning, problem identification and solution.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, other employees, University staff, and the general public.

• Audit and interpret financial and budget documents.

• Ability to prepare and interpret complex fiscal records and reports, recognize problems, and suggest effective solutions.

• Ability to analyze fiscal reports for adherence and conformance to federal laws, State statutes, Revenue Fund bond covenant, Minn State, and University policies.

• Knowledge of budgeting policies and practices sufficient to prepare or direct preparation of, review, and analyze annual budgets and internal fiscal documents.

Preferred Qualification

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.

• Revenue forecasting experience.

• Experience in an active work environment.

Other Requirements

Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school’s policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years’ worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/ .You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing [e-mail] .

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Telework (Yes/No)

No - Based on the essential functions of this position, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position works Exclusively on Campus. A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.

About

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Destination 2030 , the University’s strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

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:

08-04-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

05-15-2025

Close Date:

06-12-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Lacie R Mitchell-Garza

Posting Contact Email:

[e-mail]

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