Financial Systems Specialist / Management Analyst Staff Spec

Overview

Working Title: Financial Systems Specialist
Job Class: Management Analyst Staff Specialist

Location: St. Paul
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Day Shift, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Work Type: Full-Time
Telework Eligible: Yes (with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance)

Position Type: Unlimited (Regular/Temporary: Unlimited)

Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 – MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Classified Status: Classified

Salary Range: $30.76 – $45.26 hourly; $64,226 – $94,502 annually
Job ID: 96459

Posting Date: 08/19/2026
Closing Date: 09/04/2026
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Additional Eligibility Information (Connect 700): Designated in the Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities — Yes

Work Authorization: The employer is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. The employer does not participate in E-Verify.

Responsibilities

This position serves as the recognized Office of Inspector General (OIG) subject matter expert in financial systems configuration, data architecture, and automated reporting for the OIG within the Department of Human Services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Independently design, build, maintain, and validate financial systems structures, data standards, and reporting capabilities that support OIG financial operations, including:
  • Chart of Accounts
  • Revenue and expense coding
  • SWIFT budget accounting
  • Automated reporting and dashboard development using Power Apps and related tools
• Ensure financial systems are accurately configured, consistently maintained, audit-ready, and aligned with Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and MN Management and Budget (MMB) standards
• Provide expert technical guidance and informal lead worker direction to Division Systems Staff across OIG
• Advise OIG executive leadership, the OIG Accounting Supervisor, and the OIG Operations Manager on financial systems matters needed for decision-making, long-range systems planning, and effective stewardship of OIG’s financial data infrastructure

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in financial systems administration and defining data standards.

Experience must demonstrate the following:

• Implement and maintain data quality internal controls within financial systems
• Develop and maintain standardized financial reports and/or dashboards or automated reporting and workflow tools, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and related platform tools
• Conduct analysis of financial systems, data workflows, and/or reporting processes to identify inefficiencies, unmet business needs, and/or opportunities for improvement
• Administer systems budget accounting

Application note (resume detail): To facilitate proper crediting, the resume must clearly describe experience in the listed areas and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, accounting, finance, public administration or a related field
• Knowledge of state financial systems architecture and OIG enterprise data structures, including:
  • SWIFT
  • Chart of Accounts conventions
  • Revenue and expense coding systems
  • General ledger structures used in Minnesota state government
• Ability to analyze data from financial or enterprise systems (e.g., SQL) sufficient to independently pull and analyze data across multiple platforms in support of financial reporting, ad hoc analysis, and systems troubleshooting
• Understanding of GASB and MMB financial reporting and data standards applicable to state agency financial systems configuration and management
• Knowledge of audit processes and compliance standards applicable to state agency financial systems and data management, including federal audit requirements where applicable
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities simultaneously (including system testing cycles, reporting development, data quality reviews, and audit support) without loss of accuracy or quality
• Understanding of the need to maintain confidential and private information in strict accordance with applicable protocols, policies, procedures, and regulations, including MGDPA and HIPAA requirements
• Written and verbal communication sufficient to clearly and accurately translate complex financial systems and data concepts for diverse audiences ranging from technical staff to OIG executive leadership and external auditors
• Variety of experience working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation prior to employment, including:

• Criminal background check
• Reference check
• Fingerprinting check (MNJIS/CJIS)

In addition:

• Complete Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) Security Awareness training within 3-business days from the start of employment
• Successfully obtain/retain CJIS certification annually

Compensation & Benefits

Paid leave and time-off: Paid vacation and sick leave; 12 paid holidays each year

Health and insurance: Access to low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

Other benefits may include:

• 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
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Career support:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:

• Voluntary, confidential support for employees and their families
• Daily Living/Convenience Services (e.g., chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care)

Eligibility note: 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.

Location & Telework Notes

• Work location: St. Paul
• Telework eligibility: Eligible for telework for applicants who reside in Minnesota or in a bordering state, with supervisory approval and satisfactory performance
• If living in a bordering state, the applicant must live within 50 miles or less from the primary work location to be eligible for telework

Equal Opportunity

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers and are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics under applicable law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Support is available for those who need assistance with searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota.