Minnesota State
Account Clerk (UA25004)
Institution: Minnesota State University, Mankato Classification Title: Account Clerk Bargaining Unit / Union: 206: AFSCME - Clerical and Office City: Mankato FLSA: Non Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Part time Employment Condition: Classified - Unlimited Salary Range: $20.76 - 27.53 / hourly Job Description
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Foundation Director of Finance with the day-to-day financial operations of the Foundation. This includes preparing payments to vendors and distributing those checks, monitoring the daily cash transactions between gift receipting and the daily bank information, preparing monthly reports to the campus community, and preparing journal entries. This position is responsible for accumulating all the Foundations financial transactions from the Universities system, reconciling this information and recording to the Foundation system. Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports. Ability to interpret and explain accounting and related fiscal policies, procedures, and practices to customers. Ability to develop, prepare, and explain clear, concise reconciliations, and fiscal reports. Knowledge of standard computer software programs for e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases sufficient to create, modify, and protect files. Skills in word processing sufficient to prepare, edit, and finalize emails, memos, reports, and /or other documents and types of written communication that are grammatically correct, in proper format, and free of spelling errors. Knowledge of communications sufficient to fluently communicate, read, understand, and respond to a variety of communications, such as customers' questions, requisitions, purchase orders, detailed instructions and procedures, and distribution lists. Preferred Qualification
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Knowledge of Workday accounting system Experience with Non-profit organizations including Non-profit organizational accounting software Other Requirements
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work): Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Telework (Yes/No): Yes - Up to 10% of the time. Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: A position with a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a regular basis at a telework location that is not the employee's permanent/principal work location. About
More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community. Destination 2030, the University's strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name - Minnesota State University, Mankato. 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: 11-17-2025 Position End Date: Not specified Open Date: 09-17-2025 Close Date: 09-17-2025 Posting Contact Name: Lacie R Mitchell-Garza Posting Contact Email: lacie.mitchell-garza@mnsu.edu
Institution: Minnesota State University, Mankato Classification Title: Account Clerk Bargaining Unit / Union: 206: AFSCME - Clerical and Office City: Mankato FLSA: Non Job Exempt Full Time / Part Time: Part time Employment Condition: Classified - Unlimited Salary Range: $20.76 - 27.53 / hourly Job Description
The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Foundation Director of Finance with the day-to-day financial operations of the Foundation. This includes preparing payments to vendors and distributing those checks, monitoring the daily cash transactions between gift receipting and the daily bank information, preparing monthly reports to the campus community, and preparing journal entries. This position is responsible for accumulating all the Foundations financial transactions from the Universities system, reconciling this information and recording to the Foundation system. Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of accounting principles and practices sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records, and reports. Ability to interpret and explain accounting and related fiscal policies, procedures, and practices to customers. Ability to develop, prepare, and explain clear, concise reconciliations, and fiscal reports. Knowledge of standard computer software programs for e-mail, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases sufficient to create, modify, and protect files. Skills in word processing sufficient to prepare, edit, and finalize emails, memos, reports, and /or other documents and types of written communication that are grammatically correct, in proper format, and free of spelling errors. Knowledge of communications sufficient to fluently communicate, read, understand, and respond to a variety of communications, such as customers' questions, requisitions, purchase orders, detailed instructions and procedures, and distribution lists. Preferred Qualification
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment. Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Knowledge of Workday accounting system Experience with Non-profit organizations including Non-profit organizational accounting software Other Requirements
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment. The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at: http://www.mnsu.edu/safety/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu. Work Shift (Hours / Days of work): Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Telework (Yes/No): Yes - Up to 10% of the time. Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: A position with a work arrangement that allows an employee to perform work on a regular basis at a telework location that is not the employee's permanent/principal work location. About
More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community. Destination 2030, the University's strategic plan announced by President Edward Inch in August 2023, commits the University to making transformative strides in four main areas: being a lifelong provider of access to an equitable and affordable education; being a leader in transformational learning generating inspired action; being a nimble and innovative steward of resources; and being a community of care built upon diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name - Minnesota State University, Mankato. 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: 11-17-2025 Position End Date: Not specified Open Date: 09-17-2025 Close Date: 09-17-2025 Posting Contact Name: Lacie R Mitchell-Garza Posting Contact Email: lacie.mitchell-garza@mnsu.edu