Senior Accountant-Benefits/Leave

Job Posting Details

Position Type: Office/Clerical/ Accounting

Date Posted: 4/21/2026

Location: District Office

Date Available: 07/01/2026

Closing Date: 04/28/2026

About Forest Lake Area School District

"Excellence for Every Student, Every Day", is the vision at Forest Lake Area School District, home of the Rangers. Located in the scenic northeastern suburbs of the Twin Cities, we are committed to providing an exceptional education that empowers students to learn, grow and chart their own path to a fulfilling future. With a strong focus on academic excellence, innovation, and community engagement, the district provides an exceptional educational experience throughout our schools. As an employer, Forest Lake Area Schools values passionate, dedicated educators and support staff who are eager to make a positive impact on the lives of students. If you're looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic, collaborative environment, the Forest Lake Area School District offers opportunities for growth, professional development, and a chance to be part of a thriving educational community. Come and see why we are The Place to Be.

Position Overview

Forest Lake Area School District is currently seeking applicants for the position of Senior Accountant-Benefits/Leave Position starting July 1, 2026.

Position Details

POSITION: Senior Accountant-Benefits/Leave

LOCATION: District Office

WORK SCHEDULE: 8 hours/day, 5 days/week, and 260 days/year

STARTING RATE OF PAY/RANGE: $37.18/Hour

LINK TO BENEFITS & OTHER COMPENSATION: General Benefits Agreement

Job Description

Forest Lake Area Schools is located on the Northeastern edge of the Twin Cities metro area with approximately 6,500 students, and an annual budget of $100 million. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package for this full time, 12-month position. We are seeking an individual to play a vital role in delivering accurate, compliant, and employee-focused benefits administration. This position oversees benefit and payroll systems, ensuring seamless processing of deductions, leave programs, and vendor payments while maintaining strict adherence to federal and state regulations. As a trusted resource, this role partners with employees and leadership to resolve complex benefit and leave questions, improve processes, and enhance system efficiency. Ideal for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving and collaboration, this position is key to ensuring a smooth and reliable benefits experience across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and process all employee benefits data in the finance system, ensuring compliance with federal/state laws, labor agreements, and school board policies.
• Oversee and maintain systems for payroll, leave tracking, benefits, and deductions, including implementing updates based on system upgrades.
• Resolve complex employee and administrative inquiries related to benefits and leave, collaborating with staff and leadership to implement solutions.
• Perform audits and ensure accuracy of benefit deductions, insurance premiums, and payments to vendors and providers.
• Manage and track employee leave programs (e.g., MN Paid Family Leave, FMLA, ESST, disability, workers' compensation), ensuring compliance with timelines and regulations.
• Calculate employee benefit contributions and coordinate processes such as long-term disability claims and ongoing leave/pay monitoring.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Associate Degree.
• Five years of accounting background.
• School district accounting experience preferred.

Skill, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Excellent computer skills in Microsoft products, specifically Excel and ability to learn new program applications quickly.
• Perform work assignments requiring attention to detail, precision and accuracy and in accordance with set deadlines under minimal direction and supervisor.
• Effective business analytical skills and techniques.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume processing environment, significant attention to detail and accuracy, as well as strong verbal and written communications.

Salary & Benefits

• $37.18/hour, 8 hours day, 52 weeks per year
• 100% Paid Single Medical/75% Paid Family Medical Coverage
• 100 % Paid Single Dental Coverage
• 9 Holidays & 4 Floating Holidays
• Accrue 1.25 day of Sick leave for each month worked
• Accrue 2 weeks of vacation during 1st year
• $50,000 Life Policy paid by Employer
• Long Term Disability

Application Deadline

April 28, 2026 by 4:00pm

Contact

Chrissy Rehnberg-Eide 651-982-8125 and Maria Parenteau 651-982-8141

Important Information

*All job offers from Forest Lake Area School District are conditioned upon passing a pre-employment criminal background check and ISD 831 School Board approval.

To Apply

APPLY ON-LINE: flaschools.org/employment