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City of Saint Paul Accounting Clerk II in Saint Paul, Minnesota
Accounting Clerk II
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Accounting Clerk II
Salary
$48,630.40 - $67,288.00 Annually
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
26-017880
Department
Parks-Office
Opening Date
04/20/2026
Closing Date
5/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
About the Position
We are hiring an Accounting Clerk II to perform skilled financial support work in accordance with City policies and procedures. This role maintains financial records, posts transactions, audits invoices, and prepares reports to ensure accurate and efficient financial operations.
This position is located in the Parks Department at 700 City Hall and works Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Here’s what you can expect to do:
Review and enter accounts payable invoices, ensuring accuracy, proper coding, and timely processing
Manage accounts receivable processes, including cash batching, payment analysis, reporting, and customer refunds
Oversee travel card approvals and reconciliation, ensuring accurate coding of transactions
Assist with cash receipts and processing of non-receivable payments
For more information and essential functions, see our Accounting Clerk II (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stpaul/classspecs/772097?keywords=accounting%20clerk%20II&pagetype=classSpecifications) job description.
The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Accounting Clerk II positions as they become available in various departments and bargaining units within the City.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (https://www.stpaul.gov/sites/default/files/human-resources/2026-summary-benefits-document-afscme-clerical.pdf) , 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
High school diploma or General Education Development certificate (GED) with two courses in basic bookkeeping, 4 credits of post-secondary accounting courses, and two years of experience as an Accounting Clerk I or equivalent.
How to Apply
Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
Upload the following required document(s) via the online application system. You will not be able to submit your application without the document(s) attached. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
A legible copy of your proof of education showing the required 4 credits of post secondary accounting courses.
First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide (https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/human-resources/jobs/how-apply) .
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Computer Assessment
This computer-based assessment consists of multiple-choice, true or false, and simulated questions developed to assess your knowledge of basic accounting and math.
Further information, directions, and a link to complete the online assessment will be emailed to eligible candidates through the email address included in your application. Eligible candidates will receive this information the week of April 20, 2026.
If you have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity, you may be eligible for accommodation in the assessment process. Please contact Michelle LeBow 651-266-6519, to request a testing accommodation.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists Created from Open Job Posting: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Non-promotion eligible lists typically are pass/fail and promotion eligible lists are typically ranked. If the open eligible list created contains a veteran, one open list will exist. When there are no veterans remaining on the eligible list (i.e. hired, withdrawn) from an open list that also contains promotional candidates, two lists will be created: one open list and one promotion list. If two lists exist, the promotion list must be exhausted before the open list is considered.
Final Selection Process: Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. 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 requires a credit check and a 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 651-266-6519
E-mail: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov
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. Click here for more information. (https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/human-resources/jobs/how-apply)
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
Optional Benefits
Dental
Flexible Spending Accounts
Disability Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Long Term Care Insurance
For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits (https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/human-resources/employee-retiree-benefits/general-benefits-overview) .
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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. 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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Which of the following represents your highest level of completed education?
High School diploma or GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree or higher
None
03
I have the required four or more post-secondary (college level) semester credits in Accounting.
Yes
No
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I have attached to this application a copy of my transcript. I understand that failure to submit my transcript by the application deadline will result in my disqualification from this position.
Yes
05
How many years of experience do you have working at the Accounting Clerk I level? Accounting Clerk I level work includes entry to intermediate level bookkeeping work including maintaining accounts payable/receivable ledgers and other financial records, auditing invoices, preparing pay vouchers, billings, and related receipt and expenditure reports
None
Less than one year
One year but not more than two years
Two or more years
06
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
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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
LinkedIn
Facebook
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).
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Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?
Yes
No
Prefer not to answer
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If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.
Required Question
Employer
City of Saint Paul
Address
25 West Fourth Street, Suite 200 City Hall Annex Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102
Phone
651-266-6500
Website
http://www.stpaul.gov/jobs
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