Accounting Officer/Purchasing Team Lead - Accounting Officer

State of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Pension plan

Employer paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Tax-free expense accounts

Job summary

The State of Minnesota seeks an Accounting Officer/Purchasing Team Lead in St. Paul to join the FMR division. You will perform the full range of accounting, purchasing, and related tasks, lead the team, and manage contracts, reporting, and policy compliance.

This role offers up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement with occasional onsite attendance for meetings. Regular hours are day shift, Monday–Friday, with competitive state benefits and a focus on accuracy and customer service.

Qualifications

• Two years of administrative/technical support to purchasing/contracting accounting.
• Proficiency with GAAP and related policies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to create/run complex reports and conduct financial analysis.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills to resolve complex fiscal issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead work within the Purchasing team and oversee contracts.
• Handle purchasing, blanket purchase orders, and EIOR system administration.
• Prepare financial reports and ad hoc statements for management.

Skills

Administrative support

Accounting knowledge

Excel expertise

Financial analysis

Customer service

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate degree or higher in accounting/finance/business

ALP certification (State of Minnesota)

Tools

SWIFT

SWIFT Data Warehouse

EIOR

Job description

• Working Title: Accounting Officer/Purchasing Team Lead
• Job Class: Accounting Officer
• Agency: Administration Dept
• Job ID: 97254
• Location: St. Paul
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/26/2026
• Closing Date: 10/16/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Administration Dept / Administration-MAPE
• Division/Unit: FMR AP-Purchasing-SmART
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $24.40 - $35.30 / hourly; $50,947 - $73,706 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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 Summary

The Financial Management and Reporting (FMR) division provides administrative services internally with the agency, overseeing strategic and operational planning, performance management, financial management, internal controls, budget planning, human resources, and information technology. The division also provides the same support services to the Small Agency Resource Team (SmART) program, boards, councils, and commissions.This position works in the Purchasing unit.

In this position as the Accounting Officer/Purchasing Team Lead, you will perform and coordinate the full range of professional accounting functions, purchasing, and related tasks as an integral part of Admin’s FMR division. Functions and tasks include providing lead work within the team; purchasing and contracts; EIOR system administration; establishing annual blanket purchase amounts; training and communicating on applicable legal or policy requirements and processes; and financial reporting, including standard and ad hoc financial documents and/or statements.

This position is eligible for up to a 50% hybrid telework arrangement. With a telework arrangement, additional onsite attendance may be required for team meetings or as requested by management to meet business needs. Completion of a telework agreement will be required. Please review the Telework Policy for details.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications are required of all applicants seeking consideration for this position. Only applicants whose application materials clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for the position.

Two (2) years of experience providing administrative and/or technical support duties to purchasing/contracting accounting, such as requisitions, executing contracts, and reconciliation of accounts.

Knowledge of accounting principles and practices (i.e., generally accepted accounting principles) and other applicable statutes, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and best practices.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to include Excel and Word to create and run complex reports and to conduct financial analysis.

Problem-solving and good organizational/planning skills necessary to resolve complex fiscal issues independently to complete assignments within established time frames.

Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy working with numbers and crucial recordkeeping daily.

Excellent customer service skills and the ability to handle high-volume work and stressful situations in a positive, proactive manner.

Ability to interpret, understand, apply, and train team members and partners on applicable policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, business, or related degree; or experience in a lead role on a finance team.
• State of Minnesota Authority for Local Purchasing (ALP) certification.
• Purchasing and/or contracting experience in state government.
• Experience in State fiscal systems such as SWIFT, SWIFT Data Warehouse, EIOR, or other comparable systems.
• Experience training, cross-training, guiding, and providing instructions to team members and other program staff to ensure understanding of processes that meet quality standards.
• Experience in year-end certification of all financial transactions.

Additional Requirements

Successful applicants must pass a criminal background check through American DataBank and employment reference checks prior to employment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify an applicant, and each case will be reviewed individually in alignment with fair hiring practices.

About the Department of Administration

The Department of Administration is a core service agency serving the Governor, Legislature, state agencies, local governments, and the public. Our mission is to provide leadership, innovation, solutions, and support to help our partners succeed.To learn more about us, please visit mn.gov/admin.

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

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
• 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 based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

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