Accounting Officer Intermediate

Job Details

Working Title: Accounting Officer Intermediate
Job Class: Accounting Officer Intermediate
Agency: Public Employees Retirement Association

• Job ID: 92975
• Location: St. Paul
• Telework Eligible: No
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/20/2026
• Closing Date: 04/02/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Public Employees Retire Assoc / Pub Employ Retire Assoc-MAPE
• Division/Unit: Personnel / Finance Accounting
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $26.43 - $38.55 / hourly; $55,185 - $80,492 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• 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

At PERA, meaningful work meets a supportive team environment. Join a collaborative public-service organization dedicated to strengthening the retirement security of Minnesota’s public employees.

This position performs professional-level accounting work to support PERA’s complex pension-related financial operations by processing and reconciling high-volume pension-related financial transactions and ensuring compliance with state policies and internal controls. Key responsibilities include processing and reconciling member payments and daily cash receipts, recovering overpaid benefits, and adjusting member accounts for returned or rejected payments to maintain accurate balances. The position also responds to operational inquiries while supporting Finance team coordination and shared mailbox management. Additional duties may be assigned to support Finance operations and collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

Serving as a key member of the Finance Division, this position applies strong analytical skills and sound judgment to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and safeguard pension assets. The role provides cross-functional backup support in payroll and employee reimbursement processing and other critical finance functions to ensure continuity of operations. The position works independently within established policies and procedures and is well suited for someone who values detailed financial work, accountability, and meaningful public service.

Once, new hire training is complete, this position is telework eligible and offers a hybrid work schedule which may include telework up to 50% of the scheduled workdays each month, based on agency and department needs and other dependencies. Scheduled in-office workdays are at PERA’s office building in St. Paul, Minnesota.

• Candidates residing in Minnesota within 50 miles of our St Paul office may be eligible to telework up to 50%.
• Candidates residing in Minnesota and more than 50 miles from our office may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
• Candidates residing in a bordering state within 50 miles of our office may be eligible to telework up to 50%.
• Candidates who do not reside in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the office in a state bordering Minnesota are not eligible to be hired, unless planning to relocate within 50 miles of the office or report to the office full time

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Only applicants whose application and resume clearly demonstrates fulfillment of each minimum qualification listed below will be considered for this position. Ensure your resume contains descriptions of your work experience sufficient for comparison against the requirements stated below. Also indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

One year of experience performing accounting duties in a financial institution, or debt collection organizations to recover overpayments.

OR

Three years of experience performing financial support duties in a financial institution or debt collection organization.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.

Experience must clearly demonstrate the following:

• Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and internal control practices.
• Experience working with accounting, financial, or CRM systems and the ability to analyze, reconcile, and interpret financial data.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to research and resolve complex financial issues.
• Communication skills to interact effectively with internal staff, members, employers, state agencies, and financial institutions.
• Experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, including functions such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, pivot tables and sort and filter functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience processing and reconciling cash receipts, or member payments.
• Experience recovering overpayments or working with revenue recapture processes or other legal debt recovery.
• Experience with the State of Minnesota’s accounting system (SWIFT) and/or payroll system (SEMA4).

Physical Requirements

Requires occasional lifting and carrying of articles such as file folders, ledgers, and small office equipment. Although a sedentary job is defined as one that involves sitting, a certain amount of movement is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of the Retirement Systems of MN that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past State employees only)

• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Social Security and Address Verification
• Education Verification
• Driver's License Check

**The Retirement Systems will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

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 http://www.mn.gov/careers.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Robin Gilmer at PERAHR@mnpera.org or 651-201-2673.

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 Robin Gilmer at PERAHR@mnpera.org.

About Public Employees Retirement Association

The Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) administers and promotes sustainable retirement plans and provides services our members value.

We administer three cost-sharing, multiple-employer defined benefit plans; one agent, multiple-employer plan; and a defined contribution plan. These programs are tax-qualified retirement plans under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.

PERA serves almost 500,000 current and former public employees from 2,100 governmental agencies. We pay monthly benefits to more than 135,000 retirees, members who are disabled, and survivors of deceased members. Our 185,000 active members include social workers, firefighters, snowplow drivers, nurses, jailers, attorneys, paraprofessionals, and police officers. They work in our parks, cities, counties, and schools across the state. The services they provide and the work they do make our communities better.

While PERA receives some State aid, expenses such as benefits, payroll, and other administrative costs are funded by investment earnings and employer and employee contributions.

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
• 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.

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.