Payroll Lead

Why Work for Us?

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

Internal Applicants

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or related field.
• May substitute an associate’s degree in accounting or related field, plus considerable public sector payroll or accounting experience with automated systems.
• Professional level experience in accounting or finance in public sector with automated systems, including some experience providing supervision to others.
• Experience with Minnesota's statewide payroll system, SEMA4 and accounting system, SWIFT.
• Knowledge of payroll procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of accounting and payroll-related computerized accounting programs.
• Ability to accurately enter transactions and data into state database systems.
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with Judicial Branch employees and judges.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to pay close attention to details.
• Capacity to think critically and solve problems.