Accounting Technician

State of Minnesota; Vadnais Heights (MN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays

Pension plan

Job summary

State of Minnesota is seeking an Accounting Technician in Vadnais Heights to ensure accurate payroll processing, time tracking, and timely payments in compliance with laws and contracts. The role supports the DCT Payroll Department and involves working with SEMA4 and OBIEE, requiring strong Excel and customer service skills.

The position is onsite with telework eligibility and a schedule of 8:00am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday, offering a structured government benefits package and opportunities for

Qualifications

• GAAP knowledge to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports.
• Ensure accurate and timely salary payments, processing overtime, leave deductions, and responding to payroll inquiries.
• Entering information into financial systems (SEMA4, OBIEE) and applications, databases, spreadsheets, and other office tools.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Customer service experience to interact with individuals to provide accurate information by phone and e‑mail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bi-weekly payroll functions so employees are paid accurately and hours recorded per laws and contracts.
• Perform shared payroll duties: audit and reconcile payroll reports, update self-service security, process FLSA adjustments.
• Provide customer service within DCT and with other agencies to resolve complex issues.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Customer service

Tools

SEMA4

OBIEE

SWIFT

Job description

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/03/2026
• Closing Date: 11/09/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Central Office AFSCME
• Division/Unit: DCT Support Services / DCT Payroll Department
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, occasionally for onsite meetings, trainings and events.
• Salary Range: $23.31 - $32.94 / hourly; $48,671 - $68,778 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Working Title: Accounting Technician

Job Class: Accounting Technician

Agency: Direct Care and Treatment

• Job ID: 98184
• Location: Vadnais Heights
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 11/03/2026
• Closing Date: 11/09/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Direct Care and Treatment / DCT Central Office AFSCME
• Division/Unit: DCT Support Services / DCT Payroll Department
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift / 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes, occasionally for onsite meetings, trainings and events.
• Salary Range: $23.31 - $32.94 / hourly; $48,671 - $68,778 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: DCT Vadnais Heights
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Direct Care & Treatment (DCT) is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DCT does not participate in E-Verify.

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.

This position requires an employee to be onsite at 3200 Labore Rd, Ste 104, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.

• Telework is available on a limited basis.
• Only candidates residing in Minnesota or a state bordering Minnesota (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin) within 50 miles of the work address listed above are eligible for telework.
• Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from the primary/principal work address above may be eligible to telework more than 50%.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is seeking an individual to join our DCT Human Resources Division, Payroll team, for an exciting opportunity as an Accounting Technician. As the Accounting Technician, you will ensure employees accurately record time worked, leave taken, and that they are paid timely and accurately.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with the completion of bi-weekly payroll functions so that employees are accurately paid and hours are properly recorded in compliance with State and Federal laws, labor union contracts, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other policies and procedures.
• Perform shared payroll duties such as audit and reconcile payroll specific reports, update and keep self-service security accurate, process FLSA specific adjustments and payroll email delegate.
• Provide customer service with all customers from within DCT and other agencies to resolve complex issues.

Direct Care and Treatment (DCT) is a modern behavioral health care system that includes a variety of programs, including residential and vocational services for individuals with serious mental illnesses, developmental disabilities, substance abuse disorders, and much more. We have clinical expertise, staff and facilities to care for patients and clients with complex conditions in safe, secure, and therapeutic settings across Minnesota. Our mission is to support meaningful lives through specialized behavioral health services that others do not provide.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified for and considered for this position, applicants must meet all the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

• 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 or other fiscal problems.
• Ensure accurate and timely salary payments, processing overtime, leave deductions, and retroactive pay, and responding to payroll-related inquiries.
• Entering information into various financial systems (i.e., SEMA4, OBIEE) and applications, databases, spreadsheets, and other office applications.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Customer service experience sufficient to interact effectively with individuals having differing backgrounds to provide prompt, courteous and accurate information on the phone and through e‑mail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of SEMA4 (Statewide Employee Management Payroll) or other similar databases for processing payroll and or reimbursements of employee travel claims.
• Experience and knowledge of SWIFT (Statewide Integrated Financial Tools) used for processing of purchase orders, payments and financial inquiries.
• One or more years of experience processing employee payroll for a large (e.g. 300 or more employees) governmental agency or large business organization.
• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.

Additional Requirements

To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS – Direct Care & Treatment will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and criminal background check prior to appointment.

About Direct Care And Treatment

DCT operates a highly specialized behavioral health care system that serves people with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. This includes psychiatric hospitals and other inpatient mental health treatment facilities; inpatient substance abuse treatment facilities; dental clinics, group homes, vocational sites, and sex offender treatment facilities.

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
• Annual pay increases
• 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

In addition to these benefits, employees who qualify for the 401(k) plan contribute through payroll deductions.

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