Salary : $110,489.60 - $149,468.80 Annually
Location : Brooklyn Park, MN
Job Type: Regular Full-Time Benefited (40 Hours)
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2024-00073-LG
Department: Finance
Opening Date: 04/05/2024
Vacancies: 1
Address: City Hall, 5200 85th Avenue North, Brooklyn Park, MN
Posting Type: Open to the public
Position Summary

To perform professional and highly technical accounting work in the areas of internal controls, financial reporting, and budgeting; to supervise and manage the accounts payable/accounts receivable and daily cash balancing functions; assist with the coordination of the payroll reporting, budget process, cash management, debt programs and to manage all grant programs, donations and forfeitures for proper accounting and compliance.
This position is responsible for the direction, management and leadership of a team of eleven staff members.
AMENDMENT 4/26/24 - Application End Date
Recruitment will continue until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received as determined by Human Resources. First review of applications will be the week of April 28, 2024. If you have interest in this position, it is highly recommended that you apply upon seeing the announcement as the vacancy may close without notice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation of annual audit process and the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report
  
• Ensure the integrity of data entered in the financial accounting system through cash receipts, cash disbursements, budget entries and general journal entries
  
• Manage, direct, and supervise the activities of the Financial Services division and perform highly complex professional-level accounting analysis for Council and departments
  
• Assist with cash management and debt management programs
  
• Assist with the planning, development, coordination and preparation of the annual operating and capital budgets
  
• Review accounting and treasury policies and procedures to ensure strong structure for internal controls are developed and maintained
  
• Explain and interpret policy to other employees and City departments
  
• Coordinate/perform reconciliations and analysis of financial information
  
• Oversee and ensure compliance with Uniform Grant Guidance Guidelines and manage grant program funds, donations and forfeiture accounts
  
• Participate in the planning, organizing and reviewing department policies, goals, objectives systems and procedures and performance measures
  
• Independently handle a variety of special project as assigned
  
• Other duties as assigned or apparent

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
Experience
Six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field, which includes supervisory experience
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to furthering racial equity, diversity and inclusion
• Advanced experience and proficiency in Microsoft Office software and applications with specific emphasis in the development and use of Excel spreadsheets and creating PowerPoint presentations
• Experience with financial systems software programs and applications
• General knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP) and governmental accounting practices
• Ability to effectively supervise, plan, assign, direct, and follow-up on the work of staff
• Ability to provide a level of customer service that meets or exceeds customer expectation and satisfaction
• Ability to relate and work effectively with people from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds
• Embrace and engage in cultural shift toward Continuous Improvement

Desired Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure, Certified Professional Finance Officer (CPFO) designation, or working towards a CPFO designation
• Experience in a governmental accounting work environment
• Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience
• Advanced experience using pivot tables, formulas, and linking spreadsheets
• Previous experience working with people from various cultural, socioeconomic, racial and ethnic backgrounds

• Fluency in Spanish, Hmong, Russian, Somali, Laotian or Vietnamese language(s)

Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check are necessary for this job title. Applicants are required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Eligible List
The eligible list created for this exam will expire one month after being established
Brooklyn Park is a thriving northwestern suburb of Minneapolis and the sixth largest city in the state with over 86,000 residents and 30,000 jobs. As the 11th fastest growing city in Minnesota, the city has become even more vibrant because of our remarkable racial and cultural diversity. Fifty-four percent of residents are people of color, 22 percent are foreign-born, and more than a quarter speak a language other than English at home.
Our Vision, Values and Goals

Additional Information

Resum e Requested
To help us evaluate candidates' education, experience and skills, we are asking all candidates to attach a resume and cover letter to their application to be considered for this position.
Department/Division Finance/Financial Services
Anticipated Work Schedule
Position is an exempt, full-time, benefited, non-union position that will work a flexible schedule that includes a standard work day, Monday-Friday. Some evening hours are required, approximately 1-2 times a month.
Anticipated Hiring Wage: Depending on qualifications. This job title is a part of a city-wide compensation study and the salary range is under review.
We welcome applications from all individuals, including (but not limited to): people of all abilities, persons of color, Veterans, LGBTQ and women. If you need these materials in an alternate format or if you have a disability-related need and need assistance with the application process, please contact Janis Lajon at either 763-493-8016 or via e-mail at Janis.lajon@brooklynpark.org.
Regular, full-time City of Brooklyn Park employees (40 or more hours per week) are eligible for a benefits package including:

Vacation

• New employees generally earn 10 days of vacation per year
• Vacation accruals increase with longevity up to a maximum of 20 days per year

Sick Leave

• Sick leave is accrued at the rate of 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation

Holidays

• 12 paid holidays per year
• 1 floating holiday to be used any day in the year with supervisor approval

Health Insurance:

• Employees may choose a health plan with an option to waive coverage if covered under another qualified plan
• The City contributes a portion to the cost of health insurance
• Available to City of Brooklyn Park employees working 30 or more hours per week

Dental Insurance

• Employees may choose between two dental plans with an option to waive coverage if covered under another qualified plan

Life Insurance

• The City provides term life insurance with an option for employees to purchase additional and dependent term life insurance at group rates

Disability Insurance

• Short-term disability insurance available at group rates
• Long-term disability insurance available at group rates

Retirement

• Public Employee's Retirement Association (PERA) pension plan (employer/employee contributions)
• Optional 457 pre-tax and post-tax (Roth) deferred compensation plans for tax-deferred retirement savings

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Reimbursement account for health care and daycare expenses using pre-tax contributions

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and referral services

Fitness

• Free on-site fitness facilities; Wellness program and fitness classes offered

Direct Deposit (mandatory)

• Payroll checks are automatically deposited into designated account(s) on payday

Regular, part-time benefited City of Brooklyn Park employees (20-29 hours per week) are not eligible for Health Insurance, but are eligible for the following benefits:

• Sick and Vacation at a pro-rated rate
• Decreasing Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Deferred Compensation, if enrolled.

Seasonal/Temporary employees

• Temporary, Seasonal, and non-benefited part-time employees earn one hour of Sick Leave for every 30 hours worked by an employee, up to a maximum of 48 hours of Sick Leave per year.

Benefits may differ based on union contracts for employees represented by a collective bargaining unit. This summary is for information only and is subject to change or revocation without notice. This summary shall not constitute a contract or guarantee, express or implied.
01

Which level best describes your highest level of education in Accounting, Finance or related field?

• No degree
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Degree in unrelated field

02

Which level best describes your progressively responsible years of experience in the field of accounting and finance?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years to less than 6 years
• 6 years to less than 7 years
• 7 years to less than 8 years
• 8 years to less than 9 years
• 9 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years to than 11 years
• 11 or more years

03

Which level best describes your current level of supervisory experience? Please give your response in a full-time equivalency (1 FTE = 2080 annual hours) for the number of permanent full- and part-time employees that you currently supervise; do not include seasonal/temporary or intern employees.

• 1-2 FTE
• 3-5 FTE
• 6-8 FTE
• 9 or more FTE

04

Which level best describes your lead or supervisory experience?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 5 years or more

05

Which of the below best describes your skill level using Microsoft Office Excel? Be prepared to explain your answer if selected for an interview.

• No experience
• Beginner: I use it every now and again
• Intermediate: I use it daily for work, create documents/formulas
• Advanced: I assist/teach others as part of my work duties, create complex documents/formulas and pivot tables

06

Which of the below best describes your skill level using Microsoft Office PowerPoint? Be prepared to illustrate your skills if selected for an interview.

• No experience
• Beginner: Create and run automated slideshows and templates
• Intermediate: Customize slideshows and templates with graphics, actions and hyperlinks
• Advanced: Build complex, interactive slideshows and templates

07

Do you have two (2) or more years of experience performing accounting or finance functions for a government agency?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you have Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO) licensure?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have previous experience with municipal budgets, ACFRs, Reports, GAAP and GASB?

• Yes
• No

10

What is your connection with the City of Brooklyn Park?

• None apply
• Current Brooklyn Park Resident
• Active Member of Community Group in Brooklyn Park
• Currently enrolled in school in Brooklyn Park
• BrookLynk Alumni
• Other

11

If you listed other, please explain your connection to Brooklyn Park.
Required Question