Job Details
Accountant III
2026-01-30 City of Saint Paul, MN all cities,AK
Description:
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , 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
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-###-####.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. 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 will require a credit check and background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at 651-###-####
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
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.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
For a detailed overview, visit
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree or other advanced degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field (including 24 quarter credits or 16 semester credits in accounting courses)?
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How many years of professional accounting experience do you possess?
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Describe your experience with complex government accounting, including Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Include examples of financial reporting, journal entries, transaction review, reconciliations, and audit support, and identify the types of funds or programs involved.
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Describe a time when you had several deadlines at once. How did you decide what to work on first and make sure everything was completed on time?
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Provide an example of how you contributed to a team effort to complete a complex financial task or resolve an issue.
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Please select all Microsoft Excel skills you have experience using. Select all that apply.
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I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
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Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?
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If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.
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Salary : $78,395.20 - $106,204.80 Annually
Location : Saint Paul, MN
Job Type: Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 25-UNSP-01678
Department: Planning and Economic Development
Opening Date: 01/28/2026
Closing Date: 2/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
About the Position
The City of Saint Paul is seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Accountant III to join the Planning and Economic Development (PED) Accounting team. In this role, you will provide advanced government accounting support for Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts and City parking operations, helping ensure public funds are managed accurately, responsibly, and in compliance with regulations. You will work closely with finance staff and internal partners to support financial reporting, budgeting, and sound financial decision-making that contributes to the City's development and economic goals.
This position is eligible for hybrid work, and the office is in the City Hall Annex located in downtown Saint Paul 25 W Fourth Street.
Here's what you can expect to do:
- Prepare complex financial reports including annual State TIF reports, monthly parking ramp operating reports, and financial statements using large datasets and advanced Excel skills.
- Review and approve financial transactions by auditing Infor and accounts payable documentation, reconciling receipts, and resolving discrepancies.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and cash management for TIF districts and parking operations, including projections, cash position tracking, tax settlements, and debt payments.
- Analyze and present financial data to support audits, management decisions, and planning related to TIF and parking funds.
- Provide support and training to help ensure compliance with budget policies, accounting standards, and proper use of accounting codes and controls.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of , 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
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field to include 24 quarter credits or equivalent semester credits in accounting courses (16 semester credits.)
- Five years of experience in accounting, at least two years of which must have been as an or equivalent. (No substitution for education.)
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload the following document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume (optional)
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-###-####.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. 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 will require a credit check and background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment. Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at 651-###-####
Email:
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application.
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.
The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit
01
The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening process. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.
- Yes
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Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree or other advanced degree in accounting, business administration, public administration, or a related field (including 24 quarter credits or 16 semester credits in accounting courses)?
- Yes
- No
03
How many years of professional accounting experience do you possess?
- Three years but less than five years
- At least five years but less than seven years
- At least seven years but less than nine years
- More than nine years
- None of the above
04
Describe your experience with complex government accounting, including Tax Increment Financing (TIF). Include examples of financial reporting, journal entries, transaction review, reconciliations, and audit support, and identify the types of funds or programs involved.
05
Describe a time when you had several deadlines at once. How did you decide what to work on first and make sure everything was completed on time?
06
Provide an example of how you contributed to a team effort to complete a complex financial task or resolve an issue.
07
Please select all Microsoft Excel skills you have experience using. Select all that apply.
- PivotTables & PivotCharts
- Advanced formulas (INDEX/MATCH/XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, IFERROR)
- Data validation and conditional formatting
- Power Query / Get & Transform
- Macros / VBA (basic automation)
- What-If analysis (scenarios, data tables)
08
I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.
- Yes
- No
09
RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)
- City of Saint Paul website
- City of Saint Paul employee
- City of Saint Paul job interest card
- City of Saint Paul walk-in
- City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
- City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
- Friend or family member
- League of Minnesota Cities website
- Governmentjobs.com website
- X (formerly known as Twitter)
- Indeed.com website
- ZipRecruiter
- Pollen website
- MinnesotaWorks.net
- College or University
- Community organization
- Job fair
- Professional association
- Saint Paul Elevate Session
- People of Color Career Fair
- Other
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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).
11
Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?
- Yes
- No
- Prefer not to answer
12
If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.
Required Question