Local Government Auditor
About the role
The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) Audit Practice Division performs independent, external financial and compliance audits of local governments. As a team member of the Audit Practice Division, this entry-level auditor position assists in the audits of Minnesota local governments by performing procedures necessary to determine the reliability of clients' financial statements and compliance with legal and federal requirements.
Responsibilities
- Document, test, and evaluate internal controls
- Perform legal compliance testing
- Perform federal grant and compliance testing
- Analyze transactions and financial activities
- Test accuracy and determine data reliability
- Document audit evidence in work papers
- Develop findings
Minimum qualifications
To be considered, a candidate must have one of the following from an accredited college or university:
- A bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (with at least 24 semester hours of accounting at the intermediate or advanced level)
- A master's degree in Accountancy or Finance (with at least 24 semester hours of accounting at the intermediate or advanced level)
Preferred qualifications
- Has successfully completed some or all parts of the CPA exam
- Has a GPA of 3.0 or higher in accounting courses and overall
- Has auditing or audit internship experience
- Has MS Office experience
- Strong written communication skills
Additional requirements
- Job offer is contingent upon candidate passing a job-related background check that may include reference checks to verify job-related credentials, a criminal background check and driver's history check prior to appointment
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status)
- Requires occasional transport of less than 10 pounds, along with the ability to move through work space and maintain a stationary position throughout the work day
Schedule and location
- Work Shift: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Thursday or Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: Yes - Up to 25% of the time
- After an initial training period, the Local Government Auditor is expected to report to the St. Paul Office or an assigned client location a minimum of one day per week
- This posting will be used to fill up to two vacancies in St. Paul
- Interviews will be held in person in St. Paul
- Start dates of approximately November 16, 2026, or after
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well. Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
- Support to help you reach your career goals: Training, classes, and professional development
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support: A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance. Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
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