Working Title: Lead Internal Auditor
Job Class: State Program Administrator, Coordinator
Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development
Job ID : 93148
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes, may be eligible for some telework
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 04/03/2026.
Date Posted : 03/28/2026
Closing Date : 04/16/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Department of Employment and Economic Development / MAPE
Division/Unit : CO Fiscal Management Audit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : Yes, up to 5% of the time
Salary Range: $37.26 - $55.42 / hourly; $77,798 - $115,716 / annually
Job Class Option : Fiscal Compliance
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
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 purpose of this position is to provide independent advice, objective and reasonable assurance and consulting activities designed to add value and improve the organization's operations by strengthening risk management, internal controls, compliance and governance.
You will use a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control, and governance over financial reporting, safeguarding of assets, and compliance with laws and regulations. You will conduct proactive fraud audits to identify potential fraud risks, participate in fraud investigations, and perform post-investigation reviews to identify control deficiencies and assess the severity and financial impact of any losses. You will plan, develop, and implement appropriate risk-based audit approach strategies and perform internal audit services within DEED.
The position will also assist the Agency Internal Audit Manager in the development of a comprehensive internal control structure for financial reporting, federal compliance, and general business operations and will provide advice and consultation on accounting/audit related matters to help the agency improve financial and business operations and internal controls. Audits may include, but are not limited to, internal controls and compliance, financial records, cash management, grantees/sub grantees or subrecipients, special investigations, segregation of duties, account codes, appropriate taxation, compensating controls, incompatible functions, program evaluation, loan files, write-offs, and vendors/contractors. Testing of financial records such as Accounts Payable vouchers is part of the audit process.
This position is telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) eligible. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs.
This position requires occasional travel.
This posting may be used to fill multiple positions.
Minimum Qualifications
Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Four (4) years* of experience in internal or external financial audits with responsibilities over planning and execution of audit engagements including but not limited to; conducting field work, preparing audit work papers, drafting audit reports, conveying results, making recommendations to control deficiencies and improvements to enhance internal controls within the last five (5) years.
*Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems or Business (with an accounting concentration), or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitute for one (1) year of experience; master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience.
Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following:
Experience leading, conducting, and/or responding to financial, compliance, and performance audits; conducting investigations; and performing risk assessments and process improvement related to internal controls over financial reporting.
Experience analyzing financial statements and/or using reporting tools to develop reports and interpret data.
Experience with interpreting state and federal laws, regulations, and policies, including working directly with federal agencies, regulators, auditors, or inspectors.
Experience applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS), as well as American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) standards for attestation engagements, including preparation and review of audit reports and related documentation.
Experience managing internal and external relationships with agency staff, clients, grantees, stakeholders, and other state agency representatives.
Ability to communicate complex financial and audit issues effectively to diverse audiences, including executives and regulators.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or equivalent credentials (active or inactive).
Experience with Statewide Accounting and Procurement System (SWIFT) and Statewide Employee Management system including payroll, human resources, and benefits (SEMA4) along with reporting tools such as Crystal, Document Direct, SAS, SQL, Excel, Power BI, etc.
Knowledge of finance, accounting principles and standards (including GAAP and GAGAS), government accounting (GAO), and Internal controls framework (e.g. COSO and Green Book) sufficient to assess implementation of new or existing processes and related systems controls are designed and operating effectively for financial reporting and compliance purposes.
Knowledge of audit assurance recommendations aligned with current industry best practices.
Knowledge of financial reporting, Schedule of Expenditures for Federal Assistance (SEFA), Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR), etc.
Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures.
Additional Requirements
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components:
Criminal Background Check
Employment Records Check (current and former State employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Driver's License and Records Check
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
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.
