Accounting Technician - Housing

$63,824 - $79,780/Yr

Unclassified - Saint Louis Park, MN

Full-time

Saint Louis Park, MN

About the position

The Accounting Technician for Housing is responsible for managing all general accounting functions for the housing authority. This includes preparing and reconciling financial statements, handling monthly financial reports, and ensuring compliance with year-end closeout and audit requirements. The role also involves clerical duties such as record keeping and filing, and providing backup support to the community development office assistant. The position requires onsite work for the first six months, with the possibility of a hybrid work schedule thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of general accounting functions for the housing authority.
• Prepare and reconcile financial statements.
• Generate monthly financial reports.
• Ensure compliance with year-end closeout requirements.
• Meet audit requirements.
• Perform record keeping and filing duties.
• Provide clerical support as necessary.
• Backup the community development office assistant.

Requirements

• Experience in general accounting functions.
• Proficiency in preparing financial reports.
• Strong organizational skills for record keeping and filing.
• Ability to meet deadlines for financial reporting and audits.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working in a government or housing authority setting.
• Familiarity with accounting software and financial management systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $63,824.00 - $79,780.00 annually.
• Potential for a hybrid work schedule after the probationary period.