Performance and Technical Management (PTM) Fiscal Coordinator - Accounting Officer Coordinator

Working Title: Performance and Technical Management (PTM) Fiscal Coordinator

Job Class: Accounting Officer Coordinator

Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development

• Job ID : 98065

• 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 bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 11/7/2026.

• Date Posted : 10/31/2026

• Closing Date : 11/13/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE

• Division/Unit : Analysis and Evaluation

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift. 8:00am to 4:30pm

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $36.59 - $54.25 / hourly; $76,399 - $113,274 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees / MAPE

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

This position serves as a senior financial coordinator and strategic advisor to the Director of Performance and Technical Management, providing advanced financial planning, management, and consultative expertise for the PTM division. The incumbent leads the development and coordination of long-range financial strategies, ensures compliance with state and federal financial laws and policies, and serves as the primary financial expert for all PTM systems and projects. This position plays a critical role in aligning financial operations with the agency’s mission and strategic goals and represents PTM in technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with planning, developing and coordinating the PTM indirect budget and all system and project budgets.

• Coordinates PTM’s internal and external audits of these budgets, assists with preparing the biennial budgets.

• Leads financial forecasting and assessments.

• Prepares, directs, coordinates, and monitors PTM’s indirect budget, including forecasting and budget development for Director approval. Assists with preparing PTM’s technology system and project budgets and leads the monitoring, reconciliation, and close out of those budgets.

• Recommends, develops, implements, and trains staff on financial management policies, risk assessment, financial monitoring, systems, and processes to ensure accurate financial reporting for the provision of PTM services.

• Reconciles, analyzes, forecasts, interprets, and reports within multiple fiscal years’ worth of PTM, systems, and project budgets and expenditures to ensure sound financial decisions.

• Protects the fiscal integrity of PTM and its operations by conducting internal and external audits so that legal and sound methods are followed in the use of state and federal funds.

This position will be based out of the St. Paul office.

This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) 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.

This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.

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.

Three (3) years* of experience in accounting, budgeting, financial analysis, or related financial operations.

*Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:

• Experience applying generally accepted accounting principles, cost accounting, program income, auditing practices, reconciliation, and budget planning

• Experience using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams

• Skill in developing and delivering presentations, reports, manuals, procedures, studies, and system documentation

• Communication and facilitation skills sufficient to provide technical information and influence teams toward desired outcomes

• Skill in leading cross-functional teams and mentoring financial staff in complex financial systems and compliance requirements

• Ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships, collaborate effectively, and meet organizational goals and timelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or other closely related financial certification.

• Experience serving as a strategic financial advisor within a technology team.

• Experience with legislative, budgetary, and policy development processes, including representing an agency in financial or technical discussions.

• Experience coordinating or managing financial activities within a governmental or highly regulated environment, ensuring compliance with state and federal rules, Uniform Guidance, Code of Federal Regulations(CFR), and agency policies.

• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts to diverse audiences, including leadership, legislators, and external stakeholders.

• 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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made 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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.