Description

The Financial Analysis and Accounting division of Human Services and Public Health (HSPH) is seeking an Accounting Specialist. This position will research, review, reconcile, and correct discrepancies and/or coding errors found in childcare, emergency, and foster care payments.

In this position, you will:

• Manage the daily banking for the Representative Payee clients, this includes the daily downloads and clearing out exceptions.
• Prepare daily P.O. box deposits and get the funds entered into the client’s accounts and clear out deposits as they come through the bank.
• Process the weekly batch of checks in the Hennepin County Representative Payee System (HCRPS) and verify that the checks printed.
• Review deposits for clients and make sure funds were deposited into the correct account.
• Approve and/or reject purchase card transactions and provide thorough explanation as to what is needed to fix the issue.
• Provide back up support to process time sensitive payments for the Emergency Rental Assistance program through the Payment Request Center.
• Prepare various reports such as monthly social security deposits, purchase card transactions and 30 series check report.
• Prepare direct pay requests as requested by the CAPP unit or when requested by the social security liaison.
• Assist with accounts receivable work as needed.

Need to have:

• One of the following:
  • Three years or more of experience in maintaining financial records.
  • Three years or more of post-secondary education in areas related to business or accounting.
  • A combination of related post high school education and experience that equals at least three years.

Nice to have:

• Experience:
  • Processing Hennepin County payments or working in accounts payable.
  • Performing mathematical calculations accurately.
  • Using Excel and/or similar database and spreadsheet applications to interpret reports, tables, and charts.
  • Using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint and Teams)
• Ability to:
  • Prioritize work to meet deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Take initiative in solving problems and using sound judgement when problems arise.
  • Read, understand, and follow complex instructions.
  • Maintain confidentiality and work with protected information.
• Knowledge of:
  • Banking systems including debit and credit processes.
  • General accounting principles.

About the department:
Human Services delivers a variety of services to individuals or families that assist with basic needs or encourage client change around specific objectives. We work with individuals as well as systems and communities in order to develop policy and advocate for the people we serve. The people we serve and our communities are connected. By helping one, we help the other.

About Hennepin County:
Hennepin is the largest county government organization in Minnesota. Our employees work every day to improve the health, safety and quality of life for our residents and communities. All of our jobs align to one or more of our overarching goals - that Hennepin County residents are healthy, protected and safe, self-reliant, assured due process, and mobile.

Our employees receive a combination of generous benefits and positive workplace culture not found at other organizations. This includes meaningful work that impacts our community, competitive pay, work-life balance, a variety of benefits and opportunities to grow. Learn more at The Bridge (Select Guest).

Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity and the reduction of disparities is fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.

Your future. Made here.

This posting may be used to fill current and future vacancies.

This position may have access to systems or other documentation that contains HIPAA data

Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and experience. Final candidates may be required to complete a background check.
Talent Acquisition Division
Hennepin County Human Resources Department
HR.ServiceCenter@hennepin.us
612-348-7855

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Why work here?

Hennepin County embraces the Total Rewards philosophy. We want our employees to succeed – not only at work but as they move through life and its milestones. We offer advantages and opportunities others can't – including:

• Meaningful work
• Public service
• Competitive pay
• Work-life balance
• Generous benefits
• Opportunities to grow
• Commitment to your success

By working in public service, we are a part of something larger than ourselves. Together, we support those in need. We help people access information and services. We empower vibrant and diverse communities. We serve residents.

Employee Benefits Summary

Visit our benefits page to learn more: bridge.hennepin.us/eligibility.

If you are a current Hennepin County employee please be aware that any change in job classification may affect your current benefits (such as a conversion from Vacation/Sick Leave to Paid Time Off and/or enrollment in a Health Care Saving Plan.) .