Accountant IV
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Job Location:
Saint Paul, MN - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 94993 - 125652
Posted on:
05-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About the Position
The City of Saint Paul Public Works Division is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accountant IV to lead financial operations within our Sewer Utility Fund an enterprise fund critical to city infrastructure and sustainability. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public service by ensuring fiscal integrity guiding rate-setting strategies and collaborating across departments to support long-term financial planning. If youre a seasoned accounting professional with a passion for public sector impact we invite you to apply.
The Accountant IV position serves as a senior-level financial expert within the Public Works Division responsible for overseeing complex accounting functions and supervising staff. This position plays a pivotal role in maintaining transparency accuracy and compliance in financial reporting and operations as well as driving strategic financial initiatives in coordination with citywide departments.
As a city employee you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package a secure pension plan performance pay incentives and the opportunity to grow your professional career while making a meaningful difference in our community.
Heres what you expect to you:- Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements for the Sewer Utility Fund (enterprise fund)
- Assist in determining sewer rates through financial modeling and forecasting
- Supervise and manage two accounting staff within the Public Works division
- Support annual audits and contribute to budget development
- Ensure compliance with governmental accounting standards and internal policies
- Monitor and reconcile accounts ledgers and fund balances
- Provide financial insights to support infrastructure planning and capital improvement projects
- For more information and essential functions see the Accountant IVJob Description.
Information Specific to this Position:
The current vacancy is within the accounting division of Public Works located at 25 West 4th Street Annex Building 1500. You will work a flexible (core hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) hybrid schedule which requires three days a week in the office. Wednesdays and Thursdays are mandatory in-office days.
Our Benefits:We offer competitive wages and a variety ofexcellent benefits including health insurance retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity Inclusion and Belonging:The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial cultural and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.Position Requirements
College graduation with a major in accounting or equivalent and six years experience in accounting at least two years of which must have been as anAccountant IIIor equivalent. (No substitution for education.)How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the followingrequired documentvia the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.).
- A resume -please ensure your vacancy related experience is documented
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Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment:Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire and your resume. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting:This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists:Eligiblelists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Final Selection Process:You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview job simulation work sample submission or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening:This position requires a credit check and a background check which may include criminal history and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates willbe requiredtosubmitproof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.
Human Resources Contact Information:Diane Turnbull at 651-266-6507
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veterans Preference:If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veterans preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455 you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans women persons of color members of the LGBTQIA community and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Skills
- Internal Audit
- Accounting Tally
- General Ledger Accounting
- External Audit
- Microsoft Excel
- PMP
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Payroll
- Financial Recouncilation
- Financial statement
- Accounting and Finance
- ACCA
- CPA
- Financial Reporting
