Financial Planning Analyst

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost medical, dental, vision plans

Pension plan

Job summary

The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to provide budget and financial support across biennial and capital budgets and legislative sessions. You will develop and maintain DEED’s accounting structure, enter budget data into SWIFT, and contribute to federal reporting and grants oversight.

The role requires strong technical budgeting knowledge, cost allocations, and the ability to communicate with agency leadership.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience in State, Federal, County or City accounting or finance within the last ten (10) years.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or other closely related field may substitute one year of experience; master's substitutes for 18 months; PhD substitutes for 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide budget and financial support during biennial budget, capital budget and legislative session.
• Develop and maintain DEED accounting structure and enter budget information into SWIFT.
• Provide high-level technical expertise and oversight for financial management, including cost allocations and compliance with GAAP for government.
• Assist with annual operational budgets and variance reporting; generate federal reporting.
• Provide financial oversight and information on grants/programs and performance indicators.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Communication

Cost allocations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration

Tools

SWIFT

Anaplan

Excel

Word

Job description

The Financial Planning Analyst (FPA) provides budget and financial support during biennial budget, capital budget and legislative session including budgets, change items, federal funds summary, grants funding detail, departmental earnings, and fiscal notes development. The position develops and maintains DEED accounting structure and works with program areas to develop and enter budget information into the Statewide Integrated Financial Tool (SWIFT) throughout the fiscal year.

The FPA assists with the development of annual operational budgets for assigned program areas and in the generation of financial budget to actual variance reporting and other federal reporting.

The FPA provides high-level technical expertise and oversight to the program areas for credible and consistent financial management for DEED. This expertise includes cost allocations, knowledge of state and federal financial requirements affecting the program areas, and as a resource for uniform guidance on administrative requirements, cost principles, and audit requirements as it relates to DEED. This position also provides financial oversight and information/outcomes about grants/programs, and qualitative/quantitative performance indicators/outcomes.

This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.

This position is telework eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

This is a temporary unclassified appointment anticipated to last up to 3 years.

Minimum Qualifications

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. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Three (3) years* of experience in State, Federal, County or City accounting or finance within the last ten (10) years.

*Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience using a large, complex Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system such as SWIFT or Anaplan.
• Experience with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Practices (GAAP) for government.
• Experience interpreting finance related state and federal laws and regulations.
• Experience in creating, analyzing, and presenting detailed financial reports, to varied audiences.
• Skills in communication to interact and build partnerships with all levels of agency management, staff, and customers.
• Experience with Microsoft Office products such as Word and Excel.

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.