Job Summary
Teachers Retirement Association (TRA) has been providing pension coverage to Minnesota educators for decades, with a mission to help members and their beneficiaries plan for an independent and financially secure retirement. We are currently seeking job candidates with a background in general ledger accounting, payroll processing, and financial reporting for our Junior Accountant role.
This position is located in our St. Paul, Minnesota office and may require occasional travel. This position may be eligible for a work schedule that includes some teleworking.
How to Apply
Visit the MN Careers webpage: http://www.mn.gov/careers and search using the Job ID #68660. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
If you have questions about the position or are an individual with a disability and need to request an accommodation for a scheduled interview, contact Justin Johnson at jjohnson@minnesotatra.org.
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 Justin Johnson at jjohnson@minnesotatra.org.
Why Work for Us
Diverse Workforce
We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.
A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:
- 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
- 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
- 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
- 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule
Comprehensive Benefits
Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:
- Public pension plan
- Training and professional development
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays each year
- Paid parental leave
- Low-cost medical and dental coverage
- Prescription drug coverage
- Vision coverage
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employer paid life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Health care spending and savings accounts
- Dependent care spending account
- Tax-deferred compensation
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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.
Teachers Retirement Association also offers free ramp parking at our St. Paul Office location.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.
We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and indicate what assistance is needed.
Responsibilities
Our Junior Accountant position exists to perform bi-weekly TRA employee payroll and payroll reporting, general ledger accounting, and business expense reporting. The incumbent will assist with processing TRA accounts payable, records payments in QuickBooks and Cashbooks, and prepare annual financial statements, as requested. In addition, the incumbent will further be involved in assisting the Accounting Director with preparing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, preparing Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) 67 and 68 reports, processing failed electronic funds transfers (EFTs), training agency staff on financial topics, and performing other designated office duties in support of TRA's Finance Division.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Two (2) years of para-professional/technical level accounting experience. OR
One (1) year of professional-level accounting experience. OR
A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
Education and/or experience must demonstrate the following:
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), payroll, and budgeting practices.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, reconcile, and audit financial data.
- Ability to diagnose problems and recommend solutions for process improvement purposes.
- Ability to interpret state and federal labor laws and department policies relating to payroll matters.
- Ability to plan, organize, and successfully manage competing priorities.
- Ability to train or explain complex financial concepts to a variety of audiences.
- Strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Cisco WebEx, and/or equivalent software packages.
Successful candidates must further be able to secure own transportation for in-state business travel.
Preferred Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- An Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
- Experience working with State of Minnesota government financial systems, such as SWIFT and SEMA4.
- Expert proficiency in using Access, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, and/or equivalent software packages.
- Experience working for a public pension fund or private financial services institution.
- Experience with financial reporting processes.
Physical Requirements
This position requires occasional transporting of articles such as file folders, ledgers and/or small tools. May be required to move or maintain a stationary position for long periods of time.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
** Successful candidates must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal background check. **
It is the policy of TRA that all finalist(s) submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
- Social Security and Address Verification
- Education Verification
- SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)
- Criminal History Check
- Employment Reference Check
- Driver's License Check
Teachers Retirement Association
Suite 400
Saint Paul, Ramsey, Minnesota 55103
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