Join our team
We believe in building better lives for those who call Northwest Minnesota home.
That’s what we stand for, together and individually.
We strive to have the right people making up the right team – advocating for and working toward the betterment of our community
Staff Accountant
The Staff Accountant position is accountable for recording accounting, payroll, grants, donor, and lending transactions. This position will prepare bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies and assist the Controller to complete the month-end close process. Additionally, this position will assist the Controller with year-end tasks, such as the annual audit, Form 990 information return, and other reporting examinations. Deadline to apply is Sunday, February 23rd.
Required Qualifications
- A 2-year degree in accounting
- Minimum of 2 years of experience with Accounting Software Systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
- Communication skills consistent with reporting to senior and executive level management
- Proficiency in technology, Microsoft Excel, accounting information systems and/or cloud-based computer systems
- Bank reconciliation and reporting
- Customer service skills for internal and external customers including but not limited to staff, fund advisors, donors, agency contacts, investment managers, etc.
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
- Passion for the mission of the Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Benefits
The position is salaried and will be determined based on qualifications and the benefits will include the following:
- Dollar for dollar match on 403(b) retirement plan contributions up to 6% of your annual base salary;
- Health Insurance (2 separate plans available after 30 days of employment);
- Dental Insurance;
- Section 125 Plan – Flexible Spending Account where employees can elect to
contribute up to $3,200.00 for medical expenses and $5,000.00 for childcare to be
used or lost by September 30th each year; - Premiums to cover your Short-term and Long-term Disability are added to your base
pay and deducted on an after-tax basis to provide the maximum benefit of 67% of
your gross pay up to $1,000.00 per week for short-term disability up to 26 weeks
and 60% of your gross pay up to $5,000.00 per month for long-term disability after
26 weeks of work has been missed; - Parental leave is provided at 100% pay for parents of new children for up to 6 weeks;
- $50,000.00 guaranteed term life insurance* while you are employed with us;
Additional term life insurance* and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
insurance* buy-up option available; guaranteed (only at time of hire) up to
$60,000.00 each for term life and AD&D. Additional limits are available, but you
must provide evidence of insurability. If you are no longer employed with us, you
may take your additional life and AD&D insurance policies with you if you choose.
*some age limitations apply; - Time off includes: 15 vacation days per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours;
13 Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST) days per year with a maximum accrual of 720
hours as well as non-accrual benefit time off of 8 paid holidays and 3 floating
holidays annually; and, - This position is eligible for a Flex-Hybrid Work Arrangement within the 12-county
region and two tribal nations we serve. This position would be eligible to work one to two days per week from a remote office, while still meeting on-site emergency needs.
The Northwest Minnesota Foundation follows an equal opportunity employment policy and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, pregnancy, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. This policy applies to hiring, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, and terminations.
Senior Executive Assistant
The Senior Executive Assistant provides advanced support to the President, with responsibilities extending beyond standard administrative tasks to include elements of governance, organizational development, and operational oversight. This role is integral in ensuring the effective functioning of the Office of the President, coordinating organization-wide initiatives, and playing a pivotal role in internal communications, including managing key aspects of the organization’s DEI journey. Deadline to apply is Sunday, March 2nd.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent combination of higher education and professional experience.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in an executive support role, preferably in a nonprofit, governance, or organizational development context, or related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proven discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information.
- Experience in supporting governance and Board of Directors operations, including preparation of board materials and meeting coordination.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with cloud-based systems for document management and collaboration.
- Proven experience managing complex calendars, board materials, and organizational communications.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain high attention to detail.
- Exceptional communication skills, with experience liaising between senior leadership, boards, and cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated expertise in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), including planning, coordinating, and reporting on DEI initiatives.
- Demonstrated experience in building, facility, and office management, including overseeing tenant relationships, coordinating vendor services, managing lease agreements, and planning for future facility needs to ensure a safe, efficient, and professional work environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating initiative and a team-first approach.
Benefits
The position is salaried and will be determined based on qualifications and the benefits will include the following:
- Dollar for dollar match on 403(b) retirement plan contributions up to 6% of your annual base salary;
- Health Insurance (2 separate plans available after 30 days of employment);
- Dental Insurance;
- Section 125 Plan – Flexible Spending Account where employees can elect to
contribute up to $3,200.00 for medical expenses and $5,000.00 for childcare to be
used or lost by September 30th each year; - Premiums to cover your Short-term and Long-term Disability are added to your base
pay and deducted on an after-tax basis to provide the maximum benefit of 67% of
your gross pay up to $1,000.00 per week for short-term disability up to 26 weeks
and 60% of your gross pay up to $5,000.00 per month for long-term disability after
26 weeks of work has been missed; - Parental leave is provided at 100% pay for parents of new children for up to 6 weeks;
- $50,000.00 guaranteed term life insurance* while you are employed with us;
Additional term life insurance* and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
insurance* buy-up option available; guaranteed (only at time of hire) up to
$60,000.00 each for term life and AD&D. Additional limits are available, but you
must provide evidence of insurability. If you are no longer employed with us, you
may take your additional life and AD&D insurance policies with you if you choose.
*some age limitations apply; - Time off includes: 15 vacation days per year with a maximum accrual of 240 hours;
13 Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST) days per year with a maximum accrual of 720
hours as well as non-accrual benefit time off of 8 paid holidays and 3 floating
holidays annually; and, - This position is eligible for a Flex-Hybrid Work Arrangement within the 12-county
region and two tribal nations we serve. This position would be eligible to work one to two days per week from a remote office, while still meeting on-site emergency needs.
The Northwest Minnesota Foundation follows an equal opportunity employment policy and employs personnel without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, pregnancy, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status. This policy applies to hiring, internal promotions, training, opportunities for advancement, and terminations.