Accounting Officer - Accounts Receivable

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Working Title

Accounting Officer - Accounts Receivable

Institution

Inver Hills Community College

Classification Title

Accounting Officer

Bargaining Unit / Union

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City

Inver Grove HeightsRosemount

Flsa

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time

Full time

Employment Condition

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range

$23.63 - $34.18

Job Description

This position is an accounts receivable professional for two institutions, Inver Hills Community College (IHCC) and Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). This position is responsible for grants, accounts receivable, and 3rd party billing. It is responsible for the application of generally accepted accounting principles and effective management and collection of customer accounts, student and 3rd party. This position will be responsible for the Minnesota Department of Revenue (MDor) in AR turns and reduction of bad debt. This position requires effective working relationships with enrollment, financial aid, other staff and professional support of students.

Primary location of position will be at Inver Hills Community College.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting or 2 years of related paid work experience may substitute for associate's degree.
• Working knowledge of accounts receivable and computerized billing systems sufficient to enter and access information, and identify and adjust for potential problems, cash management policies, state, and federal regulations sufficient to properly record revenue to the appropriate cost centers and object codes for accurate recorded financial information, and basis in sound business practices in cash receipts and internal control concepts
• Policies, practices, and principles related to business office, student records, and data privacy
• Math skills sufficient to maintain complete and accurate financial records and balance, reconcile and resolve discrepancies
• Accounting skills sufficient to reconcile differences between invoices, receipts and bank accounts, and estimate needs based on historical data and events affecting the account, and skills sufficient to reconcile daily summaries of transactions to balance books
• Ability to use business English grammar, spelling and punctuation to write and edit reports, letters, and other documents, use word processing, spreadsheets, and other software applications to prepare reports, invoices, financial statements, letters, and other documents, use a variety of office equipment such as calculators, personal computers and scanners, lead process improvement projects in department and cross-functionally, ability to interpret and explain accounting and related fiscal policies, procedures, and practices, and demonstrated ability to provide guidance and oversight to business office employees
• Read and comprehend a variety of material and follow detailed instructions
• Effectively communicate and elicit information with tact and diplomacy in difficult situations with an interest in positive problem solving, recognize errors or problems and recommend alternative solutions, and organize work and manage time to meet deadlines
  
  

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• Knowledge of MnSCU ISRS and working knowledge of accounts receivable module
• Ability to document transaction flow, with debit and credit entries through accounts (t-Account)
• Ability to understand and interpret statistical and financial data for the purposes of monitoring, developing, recommending, and implementing sound financial procedures
• Understanding the law, policies, procedures and Legislative Auditor and Department of Management and Budget requirements for handling and depositing state funds
• Knowledge of Governmental Accounting Standards Board, Financial Accounting Standards Board, and National Association of College and University Business Officers pronouncements
• Understanding the importance of promoting a positive organizational climate
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the general public.
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time
  
  

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday; 7:30am - 4:00pm

Telework (Yes/No)

Yes; May be an opportunity for partial telework based on the department needs.

Application Procedure

Please upload the following information with your application:

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest (Optional)
• Current Resume (Include dates of employment (month and year) for each position and Indicate average hours worked per week for each job.)
• Transcript (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial review purposes.)
  
  

Internal Applicants

All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.

External Applicants

Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State

Connect 700 Program

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Human Resources at humanresources@dctc.edu.

Contact

If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@dctc.edu or at 651-423-8411.

About

Inver Hills Community College is an accredited 2-year college in the Southeast suburbs of the Twin Cities, Minneapolis & St. Paul, Minnesota. We offer nearly 40 programs and hundreds of classes for students of all ages and backgrounds. At Inver Hills, we are dedicated to advancing the power and promise of education. This vision guides our daily work and captures the spirit of our campus.. Through career exploration and professional preparation, our graduates leave Inver Hills fully prepared to launch their careers or pursue further education at a four-year institution.

Inver Hills is aligned with Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). Located nine miles away on County Road 42 via U.S. Route 52, DCTC offers a broad range of professional, technical, and liberal arts programs that complement academic programs at Inver Hills. Both Inver Hills Community College and Dakota County Technical College are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.

Benefits Information

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date

02-26-2025

Position End Date

Open Date:

01-27-2025

Close Date

02-12-2025

Posting Contact Name

Julia Glenn

Posting Contact Email

sn5879qw@minnstate.edu