Accounting Officer Intermediate - Business Manager (SA27015)

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 56,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is seeking a Business Manager (SA27015) to oversee financial planning and budget management for the Centennial Student Union and Student Activity Fee Fund at Minnesota State University, Mankato. The role involves long-range forecasting, process guidance for fund allocations, and daily financial monitoring.

Working hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with a seasonal academic-year appointment.

Qualifications

• This position requires knowledge of GAAP and the ability to coordinate departmental accounting functions.
• Experience with financial, statistical, database, and spreadsheet software is required.
• Ability to analyze financial information to support planning and decision making.
• Strong communication to work with managers, staff, and the public is essential.
• Proficiency in auditing and interpreting financial and budget documents.
• Ability to prepare and interpret complex fiscal records and reports.
• Knowledge of budgeting policies and annual budget processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop long-range financial forecasts for CSU and Student Activity Fee Fund.
• Collaborate with Student Allocations Committee on funding allocations.
• Advise on the annual departmental funding process and transactions.
• Monitor daily finances and maintain accurate records.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial software

Financial analysis

Communication

Audit & reporting

Fiscal/fund accounting

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting policies

Job description

Working Title: Business Manager (SA27015)

Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate

Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 98026
• Location: Mankato
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Seasonal
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 10/29/2026
• Closing Date: 11/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Mankato State University-MAPE
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Mankato SU / MnSCU MAN Classified O-Z
• Appointment Type: Seasonal Academic Year (Classified/Unclassified MAPE/MMA), Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

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.

About Minnesota State University, Mankato

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.

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name - Minnesota State University, Mankato.