Accountant V
Apply NowCompany: City of Saint Paul, MN
Location: Saint Paul, MN 55106
Description:
Salary : $103,188.80 - $132,787.20 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-01258
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
The City of Saint Paul Public Works is hiring an individual to perform highly responsible professional accounting work involving the planning, organizing and supervising a large departmental accounting function and acts as a financial advisor to department heads.
Here's what you can expect to do:
Information Specific to this Position:
This position will manage the Public Works Accounting Unit located at 25 W 4th Street, Saint Paul, and is essential to its day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will excel in grants, budgeting, auditing, GAAP, and complex fund accounting across numerous divisions that support the City of Saint Paul.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Accountant V positions as they become available in various departments within the City.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
College graduation with a major or equivalent in accounting and eight years of experience in accounting, at least four years of which must have been as an or equivalent. (No substitution for education.)
How to Apply
Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date. Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require a credit check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
Optional Benefits
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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I possess a Bachelors Degree or higher in Accounting or equivalent.
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If you possess an equivalent degree that is not Accounting, please specify your major.
04
How many years of professional accounting experience do you possess?
05
Do you possess any professional accounting experience in a governmental or municipal setting?
06
How many years of professional experience do you possess performing skilled level professional accounting, auditing, and financial reporting work in the maintenance of complex grants, general departmental and capital funds?
07
Which of the following programs and/or accounting systems do you have professional experience in? (Check all that apply)
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In detail, describe your experience indicated in the previous question. Please include your role and responsibilities when utilizing the systems.
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In detail, please describe your professional experience managing an accounting department and employees involved in the following areas:a) General Accountingb) Grants Accountingc) Accounts Payabled) Accounts Receivablee) Asset Managementf) Budgeting complex and multiple departments with funds
10
Please describe your knowledge of and professional experience with audit preparations, annual financial reporting, grant reporting, and budget processes. Please be detailed in your response and refer to positions described in your resume.
11
In detail, please describe your supervisory experience: a) How did you delegate tasks, set expectations, train, guide, and coach staff, and evaluate the work of others? b) How has your leadership experience helped to prepare you for the Accountant V position? c) What professional attributes do you possess that will contribute to the organization?
12
Describe your experience and approach to equity and diversity in your work. How have you demonstrated understanding and respect for the diversity of others? Have you created any new policies or initiatives? Please provide examples.
13
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
14
RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
15
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
Required Question
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-01258
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 03/21/2025
Closing Date: 4/9/2025 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
The City of Saint Paul Public Works is hiring an individual to perform highly responsible professional accounting work involving the planning, organizing and supervising a large departmental accounting function and acts as a financial advisor to department heads.
Here's what you can expect to do:
- Supervise the maintenance of general ledgers, fund accounts, budget, and special fund accounts.
- Review new departmental projects concerning financial impact and make recommendations to department head or personnel office.
- Prepare monthly and special estimates of revenues and their impact on departmental programs; establish departmental service rates in order to maintain necessary revenue.
- Plan, organize, establish priorities and delegate the work of employees involved in accounting, payroll preparation, inventory control, assessment preparation and contract payments.
- Design, update and install new accounting systems and financial operations, make changes in accounting forms being used in the department.
- Supervise the compiling, preparing and presenting of annual financial and monthly operating reports.
- Supervise and/or prepare and analyze cost studies, financial surveys, audits and reports.
- Design, prepare and install a central system of accounts and budget administration for a large department.
- For more information and essential functions, see our
Information Specific to this Position:
This position will manage the Public Works Accounting Unit located at 25 W 4th Street, Saint Paul, and is essential to its day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate will excel in grants, budgeting, auditing, GAAP, and complex fund accounting across numerous divisions that support the City of Saint Paul.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Accountant V positions as they become available in various departments within the City.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
College graduation with a major or equivalent in accounting and eight years of experience in accounting, at least four years of which must have been as an or equivalent. (No substitution for education.)
How to Apply
- A resume
First time applying online? Read our
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application, answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire, and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and any attachments. You must submit your completed application, supplemental questionnaire and any attachments by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position may require a credit check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
Optional Benefits
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
01
The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification.I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
02
I possess a Bachelors Degree or higher in Accounting or equivalent.
- Yes
- No
03
If you possess an equivalent degree that is not Accounting, please specify your major.
04
How many years of professional accounting experience do you possess?
- Less than five years
- At least five years but less than six years
- At least six years but less than seven years
- At least seven years but less than eight years
- Eight years or more
- None of the above
05
Do you possess any professional accounting experience in a governmental or municipal setting?
- Yes
- No
06
How many years of professional experience do you possess performing skilled level professional accounting, auditing, and financial reporting work in the maintenance of complex grants, general departmental and capital funds?
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Two to three years
- Three to four years
- Four years or more
- None of the above
07
Which of the following programs and/or accounting systems do you have professional experience in? (Check all that apply)
- Microsoft Excel
- PowerPoint
- Power BI
- Sherpa
- Infor
- Other
- None of the above
08
In detail, describe your experience indicated in the previous question. Please include your role and responsibilities when utilizing the systems.
09
In detail, please describe your professional experience managing an accounting department and employees involved in the following areas:a) General Accountingb) Grants Accountingc) Accounts Payabled) Accounts Receivablee) Asset Managementf) Budgeting complex and multiple departments with funds
10
Please describe your knowledge of and professional experience with audit preparations, annual financial reporting, grant reporting, and budget processes. Please be detailed in your response and refer to positions described in your resume.
11
In detail, please describe your supervisory experience: a) How did you delegate tasks, set expectations, train, guide, and coach staff, and evaluate the work of others? b) How has your leadership experience helped to prepare you for the Accountant V position? c) What professional attributes do you possess that will contribute to the organization?
12
Describe your experience and approach to equity and diversity in your work. How have you demonstrated understanding and respect for the diversity of others? Have you created any new policies or initiatives? Please provide examples.
13
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
14
RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
15
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
Required Question