Job Class: Finance Specialist 3
Agency: MN Department of Natural Resources
Job ID : 88442
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 08/28/2025
Closing Date : 09/17/2025
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Natural Resources
Division/Unit : Operation Services Division
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $35.43 - $52.53 / hourly; $73,977 - $109,682 / annually
Job Class Option : Internal Control & Acctability
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Exempt - Administrative
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The DNR is seeking to fill one (1) Senior Internal Auditor position at our central office in St. Paul, MN.
This position exists to complete a continuous series of external and internal financial, compliance, operations, management performance, information systems, and investigative audits. The Senior Internal Auditor will review the activities, controls, records, and business systems of programs and functions within the DNR, its operations, and its grantees. Ensure all records and reports discovered under audit and/or completed by the position conform to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), all audits conform to the Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), and team activities follow well-designed internal procedures. Plan, schedule, and coordinate audit activities in collaboration with the agency's risk management, continuous improvement, records management, and data governance administrators to ensure maximum strategic impact of auditing activities.
Responsibilities:
Plan and conduct audits of the department's internal operations to determine if the areas are in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accounting principles, and internal control systems.
Plan and conduct external audits of the Department's contractors, grantees, and vendors to determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations, accounting principles, and internal control systems.
Increase agency compliance with key policies and procedures through proactive strategies including communications and coordinated training outside of normal audit cycles, compliance trend reporting, advice to program managers and senior executives, and referral to appropriate agency resources.
Perform special reviews and conduct special investigations as requested.
This position may be eligible to telework on a part-time basis which is subject to change. If approved, the employee would be required to complete a telework agreement.
Minimum Qualifications
Three (3) years of experience preparing or auditing internal control documentation for a large organization.
Experience with Microsoft Office software or similar software including Excel, with demonstrated knowledge of procedures and techniques validating data in such software.
Knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF).
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).
Knowledge of Minnesota Government Data Practices Act (MS Chapter 13).
Knowledge of internal control and risk assessment concepts (COSO or equivalent).
Interpersonal relation skills sufficient to interview auditees, train and guide other professionals, and resolve conflicts and misunderstandings that may arise over the course of an audit.
Communication skills sufficient to initiate audit scoping meetings, conduct focused analyses of audited material, synthesize work into clear and concise audit reports, and present audits to internal and external audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field.
Experience with policy/procedure development.
Current certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP).
Knowledge of public sector accounting and/or auditing.
Additional Requirements
No driving duties are required.
Applicants must have the ability to meet the physical requirements and work in the environmental conditions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).
It is policy of the Department of Natural Resources that all candidates submit to a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal History Check
Education Verification
Employment Reference / Records Check
License / Certification Verification
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
