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Lutheran Social Service of MN Accounting Specialist in St. Paul, Minnesota
Description Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us! This position is hybrid; the incumbent will work in the office 2-3 days/week and remotely 2-3 days/week. Starting wage is approximately $23/hour, depending on education/experience. Preferably looking to fill position in Duluth, but also willing to hire in the Brainerd, Willmar, Mankato, Rochester, Eustis, CFCL-Mpls areas. Job Summary: The purpose of this position is to provide consultation, business analysis, as well as maintenance of debt management accounting and coordination of the day-to-day accounting activities of Debt Management Plan deposits, electronic payment service (ACH), and disbursements. This position has critical responsibility in ensuring that the Financial Counseling trust account remains balanced. Qualifications and Requirements: Accounting Associate's degree minimum with at least two years of related work experience, Accounting Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Must be a team player and able to collaborate with others to ensure quality service delivery. Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to learn and use multiple software and banking programs. A minimum of one year of customer service experience required or equivalent education/training. Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.
