Procurement Card Admin/Purchasing Lead - Accounting Technician

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).

Working Title:

Institution:

Classification Title:

Bargaining Unit / Union:

City:

FLSA:

Full Time / Part Time:

Employment Condition:

Salary Range:

Job Description

The University Procurement Card Administrator/Purchasing Lead, under limited supervision, oversees the entire procurement card program and serve as the Purchase Order Lead for Purchase Orders within the Marketplace system.  The position provides technical fiscal advice and service in requiring the interpretation of rules and regulations pertaining to state statute, Minnesota State policies and procedures, and SCSU’s procurement card/purchasing, policies, monitoring card activity, performing reconciliations, preparing reports, and educational training.

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 Marketplace Purchasing, Web Accounting or other private or governmental accounting system, sufficient to accounts payable functions and assist with preparation and maintenance of purchase orders , 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 communicate in a variety of formats

• Customer Service Skills

Preferred Qualification 

• Knowledge and skills in the use of commercial or proprietary software systems and applications related to accounts payable, purchasing, cost allocation, inventory, expense reporting.

• Knowledge and skills in the use of MS Excel, MS Access, MS Word

• Knowledge and skills in the use of not-for-profit/fund accounting software such as Minnesota State Marketplace Purchasing System. 

• Knowledge and experience in the management of accounts/budgets.

• Strong customer service skills via in person, phone, or email

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Other Requirements

Please note that successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the effective date of appointment. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer sponsorship. Employees must maintain work authorization without sponsorship for the duration of their appointment.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

8:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday

About

The successful candidate will share St. Cloud State’s commitment to our mission, and in particular, the value we place in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as outlined in SCSU’s It’s Time strategic framework. Notably, we uphold the advancement of diversity, equity, and inclusion and engage in intentional actions to address systemic inequities throughout the university and surrounding environment. DEI values, practices, and strategies are embedded into the fabric of our institution and campus community, and they align with the priorities expressed in the Minnesota State system’s Equity 2030 initiative. SCSU expects all of its employees to help advance these practices and to contribute to the development of an anti-racist, inclusive community. 

Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) which can be found at: https://afscme65.org/

St. Cloud State University is committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. To promote this endeavor, we invite individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply, including minorities, women, LGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities and veterans. St. Cloud State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regards to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or status as a U.S. veteran. The Interim Title IX coordinator at St. Cloud State University is Susan Woolf. For additional information, contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Access, (320) 308-5123, Admin. Services Bldg. Rm 121 

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

Position End Date:

Open Date:

Close Date:

Posting Contact Name:

Posting Contact Email: