Steele County government is driven to deliver quality services in a respectful and fiscally responsible way. Our core values include: Teamwork, Positivity/Forward-Thinking, Respect, Accountability and Integrity.
Accounting Technician (2 positions)
Hiring Range: $28.04 – $35.78 per hour
Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Benefit & Pension Eligible*
Shape the future of human services in Steele County. We are seeking individuals who want to be on a high-performing team, foster a healthy and inclusive work culture, and implement innovative systems that deliver services with accountability, dignity, and measurable impact.
About Steele County Human Services
The Minnesota Prairie County Alliance (MNPrairie) is a collaborative human services agency formed in 2014 by Dodge, Steele, and Waseca counties to deliver essential services through a shared structure. Steele County has made the decision to transition out of the collaborative and establish an independent county human services department. Planning and activities for this separation are underway, with the new department scheduled to launch on January 1, 2027. This change reflects Steele County’s commitment to local service delivery and meeting the unique needs of its residents. Our intention is to build our team and have the new members join us towards the end of 2026 or early January 2027!
The Accounting Technician provides high quality customer service through interactions with Steele County residents, internal departments and various external entities. The Accounting Technician processes payments on behalf of the County and ensures accuracy of disbursements and receipts as well as prepares department payroll for processing. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assists in maintaining all departmental accounts receivable for patient and program health care services in conjunction with the Finance office:
- Codes receipts to the appropriate general ledger accounts and prepares deposits.
- Process health insurance remits in electronic health system.
- Responsible for departmental accounts payable in conjunction with the Finance Office:
- Codes vouchers for vendor bills to coincide with specific program cost percentages.
- Verifies calculations and codes vouchers for contracted services and staff mileage and reimbursements.
- Reconciles credit card expenses and receipts.
- Assist with inventory counts and putting inventory into tracking system.
- Assist with entering and scanning client information into the electronic record.
- Assist with chart audits and waiver vendor billing issues.
- Assess client insurance eligibility.
- Comply with the Code of Ethics for employees of the County, the Minnesota Data Privacy Act and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA).
- Performs general office, customer service and/or clerical duties within the department such as:
- Addresses customer questions over the phone or in person concerning department functions and operations.
- Maintains office records, files and records retention schedules.
- Provides backup support and assistance at front desk.
- Performs other duties of a comparable level or type, as required.
Successful candidates will have:
- 2 year technical or associate degree with emphasis in: accounting, finance, business administration or related field
- 2 years of accounting or billing experience
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to pass a background check
How to Apply
Click https://secure6.entertimeonline.com/ta/6128339.jobs?ShowAllOpenings to complete an online application. First review of applications set to occur on Wednesday, October 7th, 2026. We will continue to review applications as we receive them.
*Steele County will contribute to HSA/VEBA $1,700 for single or $3,500 for family (if you elect to pay for our Medical insurance that is provided by Medica); other benefits that are available include dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability insurance, deferred compensation plan, pension plan, employee assistance program, paid time off, etc.
Cost of living adjustment and pay increases per union contract. The pay range listed is our 2026 rates. We are currently set to receive a 4% cost of living adjustment on 1/1/2027.
Selection Process
Applicants will be rated based on their application materials and answers to the supplemental questionnaire. The information provided should clearly outline your work experience and skills and support your answers to the supplemental questions. Falsified information may result in disqualification for this position and future positions with Steele County.