Job Description
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone.
We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious.
DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota.
Working Title: Financial Operations Supervisor Job Class: State Program Administrator, Director Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development - Job ID : 86632
- Location : St. Paul
- Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
- Full/Part Time : Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
- Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for expressions of interest and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Expressions of interest should be submitted by 06/11/2025.
- Date Posted : 06/05/2025
- Closing Date : 06/16/2025
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Employment & Economic Development Department-MMA
- Division/Unit : Paid Family & Medical Leave / Paid Leave-Payments
- Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
- Days of Work : Monday - Friday
- Travel Required : No
- Salary Range: $37.60 - $54.16 / hourly; $78,508 - $113,086 / annually
- Classified Status : Classified
- Bargaining Unit/Union : 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
- FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Job Summary About the Paid Leave Division: Paid Leave is a new program launching in 2026. The program will provide partial wage replacement to Minnesota workers who are out of work due to a qualifying condition, such as a severe health condition that prevents them from working, or when they need time to care for a family member or a new child. We are building a program that will be easy for every Minnesotan to use. We are engaging the people who depend on us-workers, employers, caregivers, and insurers-to learn from them and build the program around their needs. We are using modern service delivery and product practices to deliver the program. The Paid Leave team has high standards and an unrelenting commitment to serving Minnesotans. It is a start-up environment without legacy systems or preconceived ways of working, so we have a unique opportunity to create human-centric processes and systems to deliver this new benefit to Minnesotans.
Position Purpose: This position is responsible for overseeing financial operations for Minnesota's Paid Leave program, serving as the program's Cash Manager. The incumbent will lead a team working on the financial planning, reporting and oversight of the Paid Leave Trust Fund, ensuring transparency, integrity, and compliance with state and federal fiscal requirements. This includes managing fund accounting, daily and monthly cash reconciliation, collections for benefit and employer contributions and encumbrances for small employer grants. This role will be responsible for completing the annual Paid Leave financial statements for inclusion in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) in compliance with GASB standards and GAAP in a timely manner to DEED's Administrative and Financial Services (AFS) and Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB).
Key Responsibilities Include: - Oversees the receipt and reconciliation of employer premium collections and exemption application fees, ensuring accurate and timely recording in accounting systems.
- Supervise overpayment recovery processes, including coordination with AP and collection of funds.
- Collaborate closely with the Payments Supervisor (AP) to ensure integrated financial oversight, reconciliation accuracy, and consistent application of internal controls across all payment and receivable streams.
- Coordinate and prepare annual financial reporting in coordination with AFS and MMB, consolidating data across AP and AR functions.
- Manage seasonal employer designation workflows and ensure correct status for contribution requirements.
- Lead reconciliation of incoming payments, fee collections, and employer underpayments, ensuring accuracy and accountability.
- Support reporting, audit preparation, and internal control improvements related to accounts receivable functions.
- Supervise and develop staff responsible for AR analysis, collections, and employer services.
This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.
This position is telework eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Four (4) years of experience performing accounting, fund management or financial analysis including at least one (1) year of experience in a lead or supervisory role.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
- Experience in governmental accounting principles.
- Experience performing or overseeing fund reconciliations, financial reporting or cash forecasting.
- Experience interpreting and applying financial policies or statutory funding requirements.
- Experience supervising financial or accounting staff.
Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, finance, public administration or other closely related field as determined by the agency.
- Experience serving as a Cash Manager, Finance Manager, or similar financial leadership role in a public sector or government setting.
- Familiarity with Minnesota's SWIFT system or similar state accounting and reporting platforms.
- Experience preparing for audits and coordinating with oversight bodies such as AFS and MMB.
- Experience designing and implementing internal controls in a new or evolving program.
- Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with data or reporting tools.
- Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
- Criminal Background Check
- Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
- Employment Reference Check
- Conflict of Interest Review
- Driver's License and Records Check
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to .
Connect 700 Program 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 Talent Acquisition at talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us .
Veterans To be considered with Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application and submit a copy of your DD-214 form and other required documentation to talent.acquisition.deed@state.mn.us by the closing date.
Recently Separated Veterans (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview.
Certain Disabled Veterans : Effective August 1, 2012, legislation provides state agencies with the option to appoint certain disabled veterans on a non-competitive basis.
See the above links for criteria and eligibility.
Current State Employees - Please apply via Self Service.
- If eligible for bidding or expression of interest: This vacancy will be open for bids/expression of interest and all qualified applicants simultaneously. Current employees of DEED who are currently in the same classification, who are eligible, and apply within the seven (7) day period will be considered prior to filling the position by other means.
Contact If you have questions about this position, contact Amber Yang at amber.yang@state.mn.us .
Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
The Department of Employment and Economic Development is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employer, and encourages all qualified candidates to apply for job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application and search tools, please contact Karen Lilledahl at Karen.Lilledahl@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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