Minnesota Merit System
Minnesota Merit System is hiring: Accounting Technician - Carlton County in Sain
Minnesota Merit System, Saint Paul, MN, United States
Salary: $49,491.00 - $58,871.00 Annually
Location : Cloquet, MN
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Job Number: 662-OL-09
County: Carlton County Public Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 11/08/2024
Closing Date: 11/22/2024 4:30 PM Central
Classification Summary
is currently accepting applications for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Accounting Technician position.
Carlton County Public Health and Human Services is an engaging and safe place to work with a flexible day-time weekday schedule. Ample opportunities for training, development, and career growth, with the possibility of telecommuting. Very competitive salary and benefit package with respectful and open atmosphere.
HEALTHCARE BENEFITS:
Family Health Insurance - Monthly Premium of $320.16
Single Health Insurance - Premium paid in Full by Employer
HEALTH INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLES COVERED IN FULL WITH A VEBA ACCOUNT FUNDED BY EMPLOYER
Why join Carlton County? The Public Health & Human Services department is committed to providing a welcoming environment. We offer:
41 hours personal paid time off and 12 paid holidays
Flexible scheduling and opportunity for part-time remote work
Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision
Advancement/professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employee well-being valued and culture of self-care
PERA pension plan
Limited evening and weekend hours may be worked for some positions.
The Minnesota Rural Public Health Nurse Loan Forgiveness program may be applied for if meet criteria(competitive) https://www.health.state.mn.us/facilities/ruralhealth/funding/loans/publichealth.html
Examples of Duties
Completes reports to the state, including reports required for federal and state administrative reimbursement.
Designs, prepares and maintains spreadsheets using basic arithmetic calculations.
Responds to questions from vendors.
Provides information to other employees and/or the general public. Investigates errors or problems in the processing of fiscal transactions and recommends changes in procedures.
Inputs, updates and/or retrieves accounting data from computer systems.
Performs data entry for billings and vouchers according to specific instructions.
Proofreads and corrects accounts, bills, checks, vouchers or charges for accuracy and completeness of information and prepares entries to correct errors found.
Reads, understands and applies current accounting guidelines, system updates and revisions, and policy changes.
Posts financial data to appropriate accounts.
Reconciles monthly statements from vendors and issues warrants to vendors.
Codes and records all receipts and disbursements of various funds. Monitors expenditures according to state, federal, and county regulations and guidelines.
Compiles monthly summaries of abstract, statistical reports and other monthly or quarterly reports.
Monitors agency employee time sheets and prepares payroll abstract.
Maintains employee attendance records.
Reconciles payment records between states and for affidavits.
Maintains agency personnel files.
Issues new and replacement benefit cards.
Work with other departments in collection of debts owed to the county.
Manually files and/or removes records and reports according to instructions.
Operates standard office equipment.
Provides assistance to supervisor in the preparation of the budget.
Serves as a liaison with the county's data processing department.
Minimum Qualifications
High school degree, or the equivalent, and in addition, either:
1) two (2) years of experience involving clerical work and accounting/bookkeeping;
or
2) completion of (2) two years of accredited college coursework, vocational school, or business school training in accounting or related fields may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the experience involving a combination of clerical and bookkeeping responsibilities.
Carlton County qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) or more years of postsecondary education in accounting or related field (two year or Associates degree preferred) AND three (3) or more years of full-time accounting/clerical work experience with demonstrated public contact (governmental accounting experience preferred). Must be bondable and insurable by third party insurer and MCIT due to cash handling and financial transactions for county and client funds. The person chosen for this position must demonstrate the ability to work positively in a team environment, function constructively during conflict resolution, and fully support the core values and mission of Carlton County Public Health and Human Services.
Examination Process
ONLINE EXAM PROCESS
In order to be considered for this job, you must take and pass an examination, which is offered online. The examination consists of five (5) sections measuring math and accounting skills. After your Merit System application has been submitted, you will be sent an e mail with a unique link to access the examination sections. Set aside enough time (over an hour) to take this examination in its entirety (in one sitting). If you click out of a section before completing it - it will score the unanswered questions as "0s" zeros and you will not be given credit.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
You will have a limited number of days from the date you submitted your application to complete the exam. However, please note that you are applying for a specific county vacancy and you do need to apply by November 22, 2024 and test by November 26th, 2024 (midnight).
Please allow at least one hour in order to take the exam and all 5 sections in its entiretyas required.
If a passing score is obtained, your score will remain on the eligible list up to one year (or until you are hired into a permanent position). You will not need to re-take this online examination if you have obtained a passing score of at least 70. If you have any changes to your application, such as updating your availability, please notify the Merit System directly.
TO APPLY:
Apply at this link here: (Accounting Technician - Online Exam)
Applicants must apply by November 22nd, 2024
The online test must be completed by November 26th, 2024
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
The following benefits may be available and vary by County, please check with the County directly to see what types of benefits they offer:
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Location : Cloquet, MN
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
Job Number: 662-OL-09
County: Carlton County Public Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 11/08/2024
Closing Date: 11/22/2024 4:30 PM Central
Classification Summary
is currently accepting applications for a full time (37.5 hours per week) Accounting Technician position.
Carlton County Public Health and Human Services is an engaging and safe place to work with a flexible day-time weekday schedule. Ample opportunities for training, development, and career growth, with the possibility of telecommuting. Very competitive salary and benefit package with respectful and open atmosphere.
HEALTHCARE BENEFITS:
Family Health Insurance - Monthly Premium of $320.16
Single Health Insurance - Premium paid in Full by Employer
HEALTH INSURANCE DEDUCTIBLES COVERED IN FULL WITH A VEBA ACCOUNT FUNDED BY EMPLOYER
Why join Carlton County? The Public Health & Human Services department is committed to providing a welcoming environment. We offer:
41 hours personal paid time off and 12 paid holidays
Flexible scheduling and opportunity for part-time remote work
Comprehensive insurance including medical, dental, vision
Advancement/professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employee well-being valued and culture of self-care
PERA pension plan
Limited evening and weekend hours may be worked for some positions.
The Minnesota Rural Public Health Nurse Loan Forgiveness program may be applied for if meet criteria(competitive) https://www.health.state.mn.us/facilities/ruralhealth/funding/loans/publichealth.html
Examples of Duties
Completes reports to the state, including reports required for federal and state administrative reimbursement.
Designs, prepares and maintains spreadsheets using basic arithmetic calculations.
Responds to questions from vendors.
Provides information to other employees and/or the general public. Investigates errors or problems in the processing of fiscal transactions and recommends changes in procedures.
Inputs, updates and/or retrieves accounting data from computer systems.
Performs data entry for billings and vouchers according to specific instructions.
Proofreads and corrects accounts, bills, checks, vouchers or charges for accuracy and completeness of information and prepares entries to correct errors found.
Reads, understands and applies current accounting guidelines, system updates and revisions, and policy changes.
Posts financial data to appropriate accounts.
Reconciles monthly statements from vendors and issues warrants to vendors.
Codes and records all receipts and disbursements of various funds. Monitors expenditures according to state, federal, and county regulations and guidelines.
Compiles monthly summaries of abstract, statistical reports and other monthly or quarterly reports.
Monitors agency employee time sheets and prepares payroll abstract.
Maintains employee attendance records.
Reconciles payment records between states and for affidavits.
Maintains agency personnel files.
Issues new and replacement benefit cards.
Work with other departments in collection of debts owed to the county.
Manually files and/or removes records and reports according to instructions.
Operates standard office equipment.
Provides assistance to supervisor in the preparation of the budget.
Serves as a liaison with the county's data processing department.
Minimum Qualifications
High school degree, or the equivalent, and in addition, either:
1) two (2) years of experience involving clerical work and accounting/bookkeeping;
or
2) completion of (2) two years of accredited college coursework, vocational school, or business school training in accounting or related fields may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the experience involving a combination of clerical and bookkeeping responsibilities.
Carlton County qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent plus two (2) or more years of postsecondary education in accounting or related field (two year or Associates degree preferred) AND three (3) or more years of full-time accounting/clerical work experience with demonstrated public contact (governmental accounting experience preferred). Must be bondable and insurable by third party insurer and MCIT due to cash handling and financial transactions for county and client funds. The person chosen for this position must demonstrate the ability to work positively in a team environment, function constructively during conflict resolution, and fully support the core values and mission of Carlton County Public Health and Human Services.
Examination Process
ONLINE EXAM PROCESS
In order to be considered for this job, you must take and pass an examination, which is offered online. The examination consists of five (5) sections measuring math and accounting skills. After your Merit System application has been submitted, you will be sent an e mail with a unique link to access the examination sections. Set aside enough time (over an hour) to take this examination in its entirety (in one sitting). If you click out of a section before completing it - it will score the unanswered questions as "0s" zeros and you will not be given credit.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
You will have a limited number of days from the date you submitted your application to complete the exam. However, please note that you are applying for a specific county vacancy and you do need to apply by November 22, 2024 and test by November 26th, 2024 (midnight).
Please allow at least one hour in order to take the exam and all 5 sections in its entiretyas required.
If a passing score is obtained, your score will remain on the eligible list up to one year (or until you are hired into a permanent position). You will not need to re-take this online examination if you have obtained a passing score of at least 70. If you have any changes to your application, such as updating your availability, please notify the Merit System directly.
TO APPLY:
Apply at this link here: (Accounting Technician - Online Exam)
Applicants must apply by November 22nd, 2024
The online test must be completed by November 26th, 2024
An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
The following benefits may be available and vary by County, please check with the County directly to see what types of benefits they offer:
- Pension/Retirement Benefits
- Insurance Benefits, including health and dental
- Pre-Tax flexible spending accounts
- Health savings account
- Employer paid life insurance
- PTO - Vacation/Sick Leave
- Paid holidays
- Flexible work schedule
- Monday - Friday work week, weekends off
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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