Accountant

Accountant Salary $31.21

• $38.

03 Hourly Location Duluth, MN Job Type Permanent, Full-Time Job Number 26-070/894-01 Department Auditor's Opening Date 04/22/2026 Closing Date 5/6/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Kind of Work Would you like to put your professional accounting skills to work for St. Louis County? The role involves preparation, maintenance, analysis and auditing of financial records and reports in accordance with County policies, state statutes and federal regulations. The salary range reflected above is the normal hiring range for 2026. The full salary range, including longevity pay, is $31.21

• $44.

23 per hour. This position is part of the Civil Service Basic Unit Employees Collective Bargaining Agreement represented by Council 5 of AFSCME. St. Louis County does not participate in E-Verify. All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States , for St. Louis County, on a full-time basis. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas. Distinguishing Features of Work An employee in this class is responsible for performing professional accounting functions required for maintaining a variety of departmental and institutional accounts. Duties include analyzing and monitoring financial and budgetary systems, executing complex accounting functions, and recommending improved procedures and methods in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). The work is performed under the direction of assigned supervisory staff. Work Environment These work environment factors are general in nature and may vary depending on the specific position being filled.

CONSTANT

Sit and near vision.

FREQUENT

Bend neck; talk/speak; sit and visual accommodation.

OCCASIONAL

Lift and carry up to 10 pounds; rotate neck; static neck position; walk; hear within 5 feet and midrange vision. Selection Process

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(Pass/Fail): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in accounting; OR graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in finance and two (2) years full-time paid, verifiable accounting related experience. Possession of a valid driver's license.

RATING SYSTEM

Supplemental Questions will be 100% of the scoring process: Points will be awarded based on the applicant's answers to supplemental questions 8-14. Experience beyond ten years may be included on the application for purposes of meeting minimum qualifications or informing the hiring authority of your complete employment history.

Please Note:

When answering the supplemental questions on the website, the webpage may time out after 30 minutes. It's recommended you draft your answers in a separate document and copy/paste the answers into the application when you're finished writing. Failure to answer and save all of the questions on the "Supplemental Questions" page within 30 minutes may result in the deletion of your answers by the application system.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT & SCREENING PROCESS SCHEDULE

April 23, 2026

• Applicant screening will begin. Week of May 4, 2026
• Supplemental question scoring to be completed Week of May 18, 2026
• Interviews to be conducted

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions for this position are listed under the "

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

" on the specification, available in the Human Resources Department or online at www.stlouiscountymn.gov/jobdescriptions.

VETERANS PREFERENCE

If you are eligible to apply for Veterans Preference, please attach to your application a copy of document(s) listed for the option that applies to you:

Veteran:

DD214 noting character of service.

Disabled Veteran:

DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months.

Spouse of Disabled Veteran:

DD214 & compensable disability award letter issued within the last 6 months & marriage certificate. (Eligible only if Veteran is unable to qualify because of the disability.)

Spouse of Deceased Veteran:

DD214, Marriage Certificate and Death Certificate. Please refer to Minnesota Statue 197.455 for additional requirements. Click Here .

PHYSICAL-MEDICAL STANDARDS

Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Applicants selected must meet the physical requirements for the position.

DRUG TESTING

Applicants selected for appointment must take and pass a drug test.

BACKGROUND CHECK

Applicants selected for appointment to a position with St. Louis County are subject to a background investigation.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

All new employees must submit documentation verifying identity and employment eligibility within three days of their first day of employment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD

Appointees to the position must successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period prior to being certified for permanent employment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

St. Louis County is an equal opportunity and veteran-friendly employer. Eligible St. Louis County employees earn a competitive salary and benefits package, including: Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave Paid Holidays Medical Plan Dental Plan Vision Plan Disability Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Benefits Deferred Compensation Training and Advancement Opportunities Employee Assistance Program Employee Resource Groups Employee Wellness Program Pet Insurance Benefits are prorated for part-time employees and administered in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement or management compensation plan. 01 Please type or clearly print your name. 02 The information you provide related to your education, training, and experience is subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failing to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification. Yes 03 Are you legally authorized to work in the United States for St. Louis County? Yes No 04 All employees must be continuously authorized to work in the United States, for St. Louis County. St. Louis County does not provide sponsorship for employment visas, and it does not currently participate in E-Verify. Will you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States? Yes, I will now, or will in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States No, I will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status) to work legally for St. Louis County in the United States 05 Select your highest level of education completed. Master's degree in accounting Master's degree in finance Master's degree in an unrelated field Bachelor's degree in accounting Bachelor's degree in finance Bachelor's degree in an unrelated field None of the above 06 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No 07

SME Explanation:

Questions 8-14 will be reviewed by a Subject Matter Expert (SME). The questions will be scored and used to help determine 100% of your score. For each question, please list the organization(s) and/or employers where you gained the experience. All information listed must also be supported in the work experience section of your application. I have read and understand the instructions given above and acknowledge that I understand my score is derived 100% from my answers to supplemental questions 8-14. Yes No 08 Please explain your knowledge of GAAP and why these principles are so important when applied in governmental accounting. 09 Describe your experience in doing financial analysis and budget projections. Please include in your response the organization(s) and, if applicable, the position title(s) where you performed the related duties. 10 Describe your experience in a lead role. Include in your answer your duties, a description of your lead worker style, how you met deadlines and measured progress towards goals. Please include in your response the organization(s) and, if applicable, the position title(s) where you performed the related duties. 11 As an accountant, you will need to be able to communicate effectively with department staff; other County and agency staff; regulatory agencies, government officials, and the general public to resolve problems and conflicts satisfactorily. Explain what experience you have dealing with these types of situations. Please include in your response the organization(s) and, if applicable, the position title(s) where you performed the related duties. 12 As an accountant, it will be your responsibility to perform general ledger accounting functions, including the preparation of audit statements, journal vouchers, financial statements, trial balances, reconciliations, verifications, and account adjustments, as required. Describe your experience performing these tasks. Please include in your response the organization(s) and, if applicable, the position title(s) where you performed the related duties. 13 As an accountant, you will be responsible for compiling difficult and complex financial and statistical reports. Please explain your experience doing this type of work. Please include in your response the organization(s) and, if applicable, the position title(s) where you performed the related duties. 14 Describe the experience you have had working with computer systems, upgrades, new installations, and software programs. Please include in your response the organization(s) and, if applicable, the position title(s) where you performed the related duties. 15 I certify that my responses to the questions above are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Yes No Required Question Employer St. Louis County, Minnesota Address 100 N 5th Ave. W., Room 1 Duluth, Minnesota, 55802 Phone 218-726-2422 Website http://www.stlouiscountymn.gov