Job Details

Working Title: Budget Officer
Job Class: Accounting Officer Principal
Agency: Minnesota State

• Job ID: 96036
• Location: Minneapolis
• Telework Eligible: May be eligible for partial telework per the Minneapolis College's Telework Guidelines.
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 08/04/2026
• Closing Date: 08/10/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Minneapolis CC-MAPE
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Minneapolis CC / MnSCU Minneapolis CC Classifd
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes

Job Summary

Minneapolis College is seeking a full-time, unlimited Budget Officer. The Budget Officer is to support the finance department in managing and optimizing the institution's financial resources through budget planning, monitoring, and reporting, while providing data-driven analysis to inform decision-making. This role ensures that the institution's budget is developed in alignment with strategic goals, operational needs, and compliance requirements. It involves creating and maintaining budgets, tracking actual spending against budgeted amounts, and identifying variances to guide corrective actions. The employee also analyzes financial data to uncover trends, assess performance, and recommend cost-saving or efficiency measures.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Assist in preparing annual operating and capital budget proposals by compiling and analyzing data from various departments.
• Develop financial models, trend analysis, and projections to guide future expenditures, including tuition revenue forecasting.
• Prepare and submit accurate financial reports.
• Analyze college compliance with financial, reporting, and legal requirements, such as IRS regulations and state audit standards.
• Prepare documentation, schedules, and reconciliations for year-end closing and external audit requests.
• Monitor and report on the college's fixed assets to ensure they are accurately stated in financial statements.
• Work with System Office staff and Minneapolis College information technology staff to maintain database systems, testing, and implementing improvements for financial software.
• Identify constrictions in the financial process and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and internal controls.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of progressive experience in accounting, budget planning, or financial analysis. A Master's degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; a Bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of experience; an Associate's degree may substitute for six months of experience. The degree must be in a related field to the position.
• Experience in analyzing complex financial data, managing forecasting processes, and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, data visualization tools, and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical information for non-technical staff.
• Demonstrates an ongoing understanding of cultural fluency. Incorporates culturally responsive practices, and actively engages in antiracism professional development learning opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and government accounting standards board (GASB).
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy in financial records.
• Higher education or public accounting experience, preferable experience with Minnesota State accounting systems (ISRS, Workday, SWIFT).

Other Requirement

Current or former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College for consideration.

Application Details

How to Apply

To view the full job posting and to apply, please visit Minnesota State Career site and search for Job Posting Number JR0000005479 or filter for Minneapolis Community and Technical College as the institution.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Victoria Le at [email protected] or 612-659-6573 .

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 Victoria Le at [email protected] .

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Fertility care, including IVF
  • Diabetes care
  • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/ .