Salary: $96,707.00 - $120,884.00 Annually
Location : City Hall, 5005 Minnetonka Blvd, St. Louis Park, MN
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026R-44
Department: Administrative Services Department
Opening Date: 11/12/2026
Closing Date: 11/22/2026 11:59 PM Central
Job SummaryPerform financial accounting duties to ensure accuracy, completeness and timeliness of financial information. Perform financial reporting, analysis and budget work.
Duties and Responsibilities 1. Perform financial accounting and reporting in accordance with GAAP and GASB
- Lead the City's bank reconciliation process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with established procedures
- Assist with reconciliation of general ledger accounts, prepare journal entries and review accounts for errors and budgetary control
- Perform financial accounting and reporting duties in accordance with GAAP and GASB standards
- Assist with preparation of audit work papers and assist in the preparation of the city's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
- Support departments in retrieving financial data for grant reporting and tracking. Submit draw requests for grants when needed
- Reconcile Housing Authority salary and benefits billing and compile necessary back-up information for reporting purposes
2. Utility Billing
- Assist annual utility billing and accounts receivable certification, including processing of letters, preparing reports and responding to inquiries
- Review and post JDE interface and review utility billing daily balance spreadsheet
3. General
- Provide research and assistance as necessary to finance staff and other departments
- Assist with implementation of new software and technology, attend training and meetings
- Serve as a backup to financial operations roles, assisting as needed to maintain continuity and internal controls
- Serve as back-up to payroll upload and assist as needed to maintain internal controls
- Work with information resources staff, LOGIS and consultants to maintain PCI compliance
- Assist with maintaining merchant accounts for credit card processing
- Perform other duties and assume other responsibilities, as apparent or as assigned
Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field or equivalent experience
- Two years of governmental accounting, auditing, or other related experience
- Proficiency in computer programs including Windows, Microsoft applications, as well as experience with automated and computerized accounting systems
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Desired Qualifications - Experience with:
- Municipal accounting, including budget preparation.
- JD Edwards software package.
- Assisting in the preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements, and auditing procedures.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of your submitted application which must be filled out completely for consideration.
This position is eligible for a competitive benefits package.
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A cover letter (and resume) is required for application consideration. Confirm you have attached your cover letter.
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What is the highest level of education you have completed in a related field?
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent)
- Professional certification/training (e.g., industry-recognized credentials)
- None of the above
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Describe your accounting or related education; or equivalent work experience.
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How many years of experience do you have in governmental accounting, auditing, or other related experience?
- I do not have this experience
- Less than two years of experience
- Two to four years of experience
- Four to six years of experience
- Six years of experience or more
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Describe your governmental accounting, auditing, or other related experience.
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Do you have experience with: (Select all that apply)
- Municipal accounting, including budget preparation.
- JD Edwards software package.
- Assisting in the preparation of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
- I do not have this experience.
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Briefly describe your experience with each of the items selected in the previous question.
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Do you have knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, Governmental Accounting Standards Board pronouncements, and auditing procedures?
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Source: Please select one recruitment source that best describes how you first learned about this job opening.
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- Job fair or networking event
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