Accounting Supervisor Inter - Accounting Supervisor

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Job Description

This position is responsible for planning, directing, and managing the accounting receivables, cash handling, banking services, and the financial aid disbursement process of the college, LSC Bookstore, and LSC Café.   This position manages incoming revenues for the college of approximately $35 million annually.  This position ensures cash collected is properly safeguarded, and ensures compliance with federal, state and Minnesota state regulations.  They are responsible for ensuring proper segregation of duties and cash handling controls are in place.  This includes responsibility for completing internal financial control documentation for auxiliary units and revenue procedures, sales tax processing, as well as responding to audit requests regarding these areas.  Incumbent is responsible for applying these policies in directing the daily accounts receivable and cash flow operations of the college and supervises employees engaged in these functions.  The person in this position is responsible for ensuring internal control structure and responding to audit requests and responses for auxiliary and cashiering functions in the college.  Responsible for monitoring and overseeing the financial aid disbursement process.

Salary Range:

$56,877 - $82,560 Annually

Minimum Qualifications

• 1 year professional or 3 years of technical/administration experience or equivalent experience in these areas; Professional knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and standards, including GAAP and fund accounting

• Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead directing a diverse team

• Ability to work with others to promote an attitude of teamwork and mutual benefit

• Strong verbal and written skills sufficient to write, prepare, and edit memos, procedures, reports, presentations, and to clearly explain, discuss, communicate, and present technical ideas and procedures to staff at all levels of the organization

• Computer skills including spreadsheets, word processing and databases

• Ability to set priorities and handle multiple tasks with timelines, ability to delegate as appropriate, critical thinking skills sufficient to analyze and interpret accounting processes

• Demonstrated ability to work successfully with persons from diverse backgrounds, and commitment to diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or closely related field

• Professional level experience with administering cash handling processes

• Experience with and understanding of Minnesota State Government and MinnState business and academic software systems, i.e., State of Minnesota and MinnState computer applications and their interrelationships

• Ability to create queries and generate reports

• Higher Education accounts receivable experience

• Reconciling experience

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

8:00am - 4:30pm / Monday - Friday

About Lake Superior College

Lake Superior College is an Equal Opportunity employer and educator deeply committed to fostering the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We unequivocally 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 proactively seek to cultivate a diverse and talented workforce. We sincerely encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, racial and ethnic historically underrepresented groups, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Our commitment to affirmative action is integral to creating a workplace that values and leverages the unique perspectives and contributions of every employee. LSC actively seeks to attract and retain a diverse faculty and staff who represent the richness of our institution and the broader community we serve by fostering their development and recognizing their contributions. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where all individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered.

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

• Tuition reimbursement <Remove this bullet if this position is not eligible for tuition reimbursement>

• 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. 

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.

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