Accountant II

Recruitment Title: Accountant II
Job Classification: 8222FG - Fin Pro 2-Accounting - Finance Operations Center

Work environment: This hybrid position is based on the Twin Cities campus. For those located in the metro area, a minimum of three days per week in the office is expected. Internal and external applicants located near other UMN system campuses and across the State of Minnesota may also be considered, and we encourage all interested candidates to apply. Occasional travel to the Twin Cities campus may be required for events and all-staff meetings. Out-of-state candidates must be willing to relocate to Minnesota at their own expense.

This is a PEAK position.

Position Overview:
The University of Minnesota seeks an Accountant II to support our Financial Operations Center
department within the Controller's Office. The Accountant II is responsible for performing
moderately sophisticated accounting activities and financial reporting transactions in support of
a portfolio of RRCs in the Finance Operations Center. Additionally, the Accountant II
collaborates with accounting and finance professionals within the Finance Operations Center
and the Resource Responsibility Centers (RRC) to ensure appropriate and timely support. To
succeed as an Accountant II, you should be professional, a team player, and attentive while
being detail-oriented. You must be comfortable with using technology such as TeamDynamix
(TDx) and Google Suite and excel at both verbal and written communication. Most importantly,
as an Accountant II, you should have a genuine desire to meet the needs of others across the
institution. You will report to the Accounting Manager.

Job Responsibilities with % of Time:
Accounting (75%)
* Collaborates with finance staff at RRCs on accounting period closings, review of reports
and related materials to ensure accuracy and reasonableness and identify and resolve
errors of a moderately sophisticated nature. It may require consultation with a
Supervisor or Subject Matter Expert within the Accounting Team for more complicated
transactions.
* Explains, interprets, and applies University accounting policies and procedures. May
require analysis of applicability to moderately sophisticated transactions.
* Ability to identify activity that may not be following best practice and work with the
Manager or Supervisor(s) to develop a plan for corrective action.
* Uses the chart of accounts with expertise and understanding, ensures chartfield string
integrity by working with other accounting professionals to recommend updates based
on analysis and review of existing transactions and accurate uses.
* Understands and independently applies technical accounting functions, Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles, and other guiding concepts with proficiency.
* Uses information and requests received from a portfolio of RRCs to prepare analysis,
computation, and entry of journal entries into the Enterprise Financial System (EFS).
Requests will be processed following University standard processes and procedures in
journal entries, ledger/fund analyses, journal corrections, year-end activities, journal
uploads, as well as independent review and research of moderately sophisticated
transactional support to ensure accurate reporting.
* May lead specific project-based tasks defined within accounting and at the direction of
Manager or supervisor(s).
* Assists with providing training and guidance to teammates.
* Processes payroll accounting transactions based on information provided by HR Ops or
finance workstream.
* Processes moderately complex mass requests for new hires, modified appointments,
entering and/or verifying distributions, verifying funding, validating additional pay entry,
and processing retroactive adjustments, including work-study retros, etc.
* Proactively analyzes and monitors payroll activity to ensure timely payroll distributions
and process changes based on departmental communications, funding sources, and
upcoming changes. Performs or verifies calculations as necessary to ensure accuracy.
* Collaborates with HR Ops and unit contacts to determine the necessary payroll actions.

Unit Support (10%)
* Supports the unit by generating and reviewing relevant financial data, ensuring
compliance and consistency in transaction entries.
* Independently analyzes and communicates the impact of activities on the overall
financial health of the RRCs.

Professional Development (10%)
* Contributes to training manuals and procedures for the Finance Operations Center.
* Completes professional development, education, and training activities, consistent with
the position's responsibilities and for the pursuit of individual, unit, and institutional
success.
* Participate in staff development based on individual needs, including ongoing skills
training, DEI development, professional learning, service & scholarly activity, and
engagement & well-being.
* As an individual contributor, role models UMN's dedication to crafting an inclusive work
environment and encouraging a caring culture.
* Partners with Finance Professional 3's on complex tasks, broadening exposure to critical,
high impact transactions, and strengthening understanding of accounting policies,
concepts, and procedures.

Other duties as assigned (5%)

Required Qualifications (please document on resume):
* BA/BS degree plus at least two years of professional work experience or a combination
of related education and work experience to equal six years.
* Ability to interact with standard technology platforms (e.g., word processing, data entry,
email, internet browsing)
* Ability to read, interpret, and compile information according to prescribed methods.
* Ability to apply logic to problem solve and find solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (please document on resume):
* Knowledge of university policies and accounting procedures

Pay Range: $30.14 - $33.73; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

This application will remain open until filled.

Candidates for this position will have their applications reviewed in the following order:
1. Employees within PEAK Phase 3 who are eligible for Expression of Interest (EOI) will receive first consideration.
2. Employees within PEAK Phase 3 who are impacted by work moving through PEAK and apply by 11/21/25 will receive priority consideration after EOI.
3. Finally, all other University employees will be reviewed after the 11/21/25 priority date.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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