Accounting Specialist, Hennepin County, Accounting Division

Title: Accounting Specialist, Hennepin County, Accounting Division

Location: Minneapolis United States

Job Description:

Hennepin County District Court is accepting applications for the position of Accounting Specialist. The Accounting Specialist is responsible for accounting work involving the coordination, preparation, and maintenance of court bookkeeping and financial records, as well as providing complex financial procedural information. 

This position is part of the Accounting Division and reports to the Accounts Receivable Supervisor. The Accounting Division is located on the 14th floor of the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis at 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487. Typical hours for this position will be 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. This position is hybrid, working a combination of remote and onsite, based on business needs.  

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES 

• Review and process business expense reimbursements, payroll, and payments according to organizational policy and procedure 

• Accurately review and complete in a timely manner all financials and reports checking for statutory compliance, and in accordance with state court policies and procedures 

• Review and process restitution payment reports and process weekly disbursements 

• Review, process, and audit tuition reimbursement requests according to state policy and procedure 

• Provide excellent customer service by assisting and communicating with internal and external customers in a professional, courteous, and respectful manner in -person, over the phone, or through electronic means 

• Communicate and collaborate with team members to ensure daily work assignments, financial processing, and other receivable duties are completed efficiently and accurately 

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Minimum Education and Experience 

A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered for this position. A High School Degree or equivalent is required.  

Examples of qualifying education and experience include but are not limited to: 

• High School degree or equivalent with at least 3 years of accounting or finance work experience 

OR 

• An associate’s degree in accounting or related business field with at least 2 years of accounting or finance work experience 

OR 

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting or related business field with at least 1 year of accounting or finance work experience 

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office Suite and computerized accounting systems 

• Extensive, advanced Microsoft Excel skills pertaining to accounting functions and sufficient knowledge of Excel's capabilities to identify and implement accounting process improvements 

• Ability to read and interpret policy language and statutes  

• Strong attention to detail and adept problem-solving skills to identify errors in policy compliance and initiate corrective action 

• Ability to make recommendations for process improvements 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience in public sector accounting or bookkeeping 

• Experience in receivables or business expense reimbursement processing 

• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint 

• Experience with MNCIS (Minnesota Court Information Software) software 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 

• The expected starting salary for external candidates is at least $25.50 per hour or higher, depending on qualifications. The full salary range for this position is $25.50 - $38.20 per hour. ($53,244 – $79,762 annually.) This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is eligible for  State of Minnesota employee benefits 

• This position is an AFSCME-represented position and is classified as an Accounting Specialist. This position is posted for bidding, internal, and external applications simultaneously, and will be filled in accordance with the AFSCME contract 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLYING 

• Complete your application with resume attached in our online portal by Friday, January 2nd, 2026, at 11:59pm 

• If you are a current employee, please apply through your employee Oracle account by visiting Opportunity Marketplace - Browse Opportunities by Friday, January 2nd, 2026, at 11:59pm 

• All employment offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of a criminal background check 

• Please contact Human Resources with questions regarding this posting via email: 4th.human.resources@courts.state.mn.us; or phone: 612-540-6488 

About Us

Why Work for Us?

Minnesota Judicial Branch employees consistently express pride in their public service and in the quality of programs and services provided to customers, as well as appreciation for the teamwork and collaboration that is promoted within the MJB.​ We celebrate and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion, and actively seek and value diversity in professional background and cultural characteristics. We are intentional and mindful about the organizational culture we are building, seeking broad-minded individuals with robust capabilities who value supporting one another’s growth. ​

 

Employee Benefits

The Minnesota Judicial Branch cares about and invests in you as an employee. Because of that, we offer affordable yet competitive benefits to support you and your family’s wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees includes health and wellness benefits, enhanced fertility benefits, short- and long-term disability, pension, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. Learn more at Employee Benefits - Careers at the Minnesota Judicial Branch Careers. Minnesota Judicial Branch employees may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. This federal program allows qualified individuals to have their loans forgiven after meeting certain requirements working in public service. You can learn more about this program from the Minnesota Office of Higher Education and the office of Federal Student Aid.

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

​It is the policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding employment are made without discrimination on the basis of disability. Please let us know if you need a reasonable accommodation for a disability to participate in the employee selection process by contacting Human Resources . ​ The Minnesota Judicial Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the​ policy of the Minnesota Judicial Branch that all decisions regarding​ recruitment, hiring, promotions, and other terms and conditions of​ employment be made without discrimination on the grounds of race, color,​ creed, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, status with regard​ to public assistance, membership or activity in a local human rights​ commission, disability, sexual orientation, or age. We value and encourage​ applicants from diverse backgrounds.​

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Job Info

• Job Identification1336
• Job CategoryAccounting/Audit/Fin Careers
• Degree LevelHigh School or Equivalent
• Job ScheduleFull time
• Locations 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55487, US(Hybrid)
• Min Salary$23.14/hr ($48,316/yr)
• Mid Salary$30.67/hr ($64,038/yr)
• Max Salary$38.20/hr ($79,761/yr)
• Remote or Hybrid EligibleYes - Hybrid
• Job TypeStandard