Description

Job ID: 95123
Location: St. Paul
Telework Eligible: Yes
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 06/30/2026
Closing Date: 07/30/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota Management & Budget
Division/Unit: Accounting Services Division / Statewide Accounting Section
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: No
Salary Range: $53.66 - $76.98 / hourly; $112,042 - $160,734 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: Managerial Plan
FLSA Status: Exempt
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

Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) seeks a collaborative and strategic Statewide Accounting Director to lead the Statewide Accounting Section within the Accounting Services Division. In this critical statewide leadership role, you will guide a team of skilled accounting and finance professionals and direct the publication of the State of Minnesota’s major annual financial reports, including the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), Legal Level of Budgetary Control Report (LLBC), and the Single Audit Report.

Job Summary

You will also oversee the state’s general accounting operations, including maintenance of the general ledger and the accuracy of key statewide accounts such as cash, investments, and accounts receivable. This position plays a central role in shaping the state government’s financial management practices, partnering closely with state finance professionals, leaders, policymakers, and auditors to uphold strong internal controls, maintain compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and state and federal legal requirements, and ensure that Minnesota’s financial position is transparent, reliable, and well-understood. 

As a key state finance leader, you will influence statewide financial policy, drive efficient and compliant accounting practices, and help preserve Minnesota’s strong financial reputation.

Job duties for this position include:

• Directing the preparation of the State of Minnesota’s major audited financial reports, including the ACFR, LLBC Report, and Single Audit Report. This includes setting reporting practices and certifications, establishing timelines, coordinating with agencies and auditors, and ensuring all reports comply with GAAP and legal requirements.
• Overseeing the state’s general accounting operations, including maintenance of the statewide general ledger and the accuracy of key accounts such as cash, investments, and accounts receivable. You will also manage reconciliation processes, direct the annual Statewide Cost Allocation Plan, and maintain a system of strong internal controls for the state government’s accounting and financial management.
• Leading and developing the Statewide Accounting Section’s staff, including the direct supervision of the section’s supervisors, through goal-setting, performance management, hiring, coaching, and ongoing training and skills development. You will create an inclusive, high-performing team environment aligned with MMB’s values and organizational goals.
• Establishing and implementing statewide accounting policies and procedures to ensure consistent application of GAAP, compliance with state and federal laws, strong internal controls, and accurate financial data across all state agencies. This includes interpreting new accounting standards, advising agencies, and driving continuous improvements in financial reporting practices.
• Serving as a key statewide expert and advisor on accounting and financial management issues, partnering with state agency finance professionals, leaders, policymakers, and auditors to provide accurate information and guidance.
• Leading or coordinating special projects and statewide initiatives related to accounting, financial management, and process and IT system enhancements.

The successful candidate for this position will be eligible to telework. Telework options are dependent on where the employee lives. With approval, employees that live within 50 miles from the primary work location may telework up to 50%. Employees that live 50 miles or more from the primary location and live in Minnesota may telework more than 50% with approval.

All MMB Leaders are expected to demonstrate and develop the six competency themes from the Enterprise-Wide Leader Competency Model:

• Leading Self
• Leading Others
• Leading the Organization
• Leading Outside the Organization
• Leading with DEAI
• Getting Work Done

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, 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. Candidates must clearly demonstrate all the following qualifications on their resume. Resume tips are available here.

• Four (4) years of experience managing accounting functions for a large, complex organization, such as managing accounting operations or the preparation of audited financial statements and other audited reports and/or managing the internal or external audits of these functions.

Experience must include:

• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in active or inactive status.
• Demonstrated leadership, which can include any of the following:
  • Experience as a supervisor, team lead, lead worker, or project lead in an accounting or auditing environment.
  • Completion of a State leadership development program, such as Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) or Senior Leadership Institute (SLI), or completion of a similar or equivalent leadership program through another organization; OR
  • A paid or unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee related to accounting or auditing. The experience must include 1+ years of identifying issues, goals, and strategic actions and 100+ hours per year time commitment.
• Interpreting, applying, implementing, and/or auditing GAAP for a large, complex organization.
• Coordinating accounting or auditing work across multiple stakeholders, such as auditors, governmental agencies, divisions within a large organization, or external partners to produce accurate financial information, resolve accounting issues, or maintain regulatory compliance.
• Communicating accounting information, standards, or policies to diverse audiences, including agency leaders, auditors, policymakers, or finance professionals, in ways that support informed decision-making and maintain compliance with accounting standards and state and federal regulations.
• Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.

A master’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, finance, or a closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for eighteen months of experience. 

Preferred Qualifications
MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!

• Experience preparing, auditing, or managing the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report or Single Audit Report for a state government or large local government.
• Experience preparing, auditing, or managing a governmental entity’s indirect cost plan, such as the Statewide Cost Allocation Plan.
• Expert knowledge of GAAP for state and local governments (i.e., Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) statements).
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing financial management requirements for the Minnesota state government enterprise, such as Minnesota Statutes or federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR Part 200).
• Experience managing general ledger operations in a complex financial system, including reconciliations, cash management, or accounts receivable oversight.
• Experience leading significant accounting or financial system projects, such as the implementation of: ERP replacements or upgrades, major changes to regulatory requirements, new accounting or auditing standards, or major financial management policies and procedures.
• Thorough working knowledge of governmental budgetary processes and statements.
• Certified Public Finance Officer (CPFO), Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM), or related certification specific to governmental accounting.
• A master’s degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, finance, or a closely related field as determined by the agency.

Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota Management and Budget that a successful candidate must pass all required checks prior to employment which may consist of the below checks:

• SEMA4 records check (applies to current and past state employees only)
• Criminal history check
• Reference check
• Social Security and address verification
• Education verification
• Conflict of interest review
• Other legally or internal policy required checks

A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices. 

Minnesota Management and Budget does not participate in E-Verify. Minnesota Management and Budget will not sponsor applicant work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.