Head Cashier (Fa24083)

Working Title: Head Cashier (FA24083)
Job Class: Accounting Technician
Agency: Minnesota State University, Mankato

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/18/2024
• Closing Date: 03/25/2024
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: MN St Colleges & Universities / Mankato State Univ-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: MnSCU Mankato SU / MnSCU MAN Classified O-Z
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Academic Year: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Summer: 7:30 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $21.60 - $30.52 / hourly; $45,100 - $63,725 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Student Financial Services
• Location: Mankato
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No - Up to 100% of the time. Based on the essential functions of this positions, MMB Policy #1422, and University policies relating to flexible work, this position is eligible for the following work modes: Exclusively On Campus: A position that requires the employee to perform all their work at their campus work location.
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position provides lead work, training, and backup for all operations in the Cashier's Office. This position provides training and support to all departments regarding setup of web payment accounts through Authorize.Net/bank connections and processes their web deposits when needed to ensure secure and accurate reporting into ISRS. In partnership with the IT office and in coordination with the A/R Director, this position initiates and completes the annual PCI compliance and Cash Handling Audits throughout the University. Other responsibilities of this position are submitting policy and procedure requests to the A/R Director that could streamline efficiencies when needed, payment plan coordinator, daily cash reporting, bank reconciliation of cash handling transactions, quarterly change fund audits and other duties as assigned. Set up credit card machines and event websites for departments as needed as well as help maintain those functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) sufficient to analyze, interpret, and prepare financial information, records and reports; locate errors; and recommend solutions to procedural or other fiscal problems.
• Knowledge of the Minnesota Accounting and Procurement System (MAPS), or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to query and compile records and reports, and assist with preparation and maintenance of spending plans, financial status reports and budget requests.
• Working knowledge of electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers and other office equipment such as calculators.
• Mathematics skills sufficient to calculate, review and reconcile data and balance accounts.
• Ability to design, interpret and explain work procedures and operations and provide advice on fiscal policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and write a variety of materials in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
• Working experience with the use of a Computer PC Cash Register and adding machine.
• Provide excellent customer service to our customers including public, students, families, and employees to explain policies and procedures and deal with complaints from clients
• Working knowledge of MinnState (ISRS) accounting system, Web Database, Image Now, Power Point and web account setup preferred.

Additional Requirements

.Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating in and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.

The Minnesota State University, Mankato Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available for your review. This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University. The policy statements address the school's policies, procedures and programs concerning safety and security. Three years' worth of statistics are included for certain types of crimes that were reported to have occurred on-campus, or in other University affiliated locations. This report is available online at https://www.mnsu.edu/university-life/health-and-safety/university-security/personal-safety-and-alerts/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report/. You may also request a paper copy from University Security at 507-389-2111, or by emailing security@mnsu.edu.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Sarith Phan at sarith.phan@mnsu.edu or 507-389-1042.

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 Sarith Phan at sarith.phan@mnsu.edu.

About Minnesota State University, Mankato

More than 1600 talented faculty, staff, and 1600 student employees with a wide variety of skills and backgrounds, support university operations every day. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. We also take the opportunity to recognize that we live, work, and learn in the homeland of the Dakota people, whose language frames our name - Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.