Internal Auditor at North Dakota Retirement & Investment Office Bismarck, ND

Overview

Internal Auditor job at North Dakota Retirement & Investment Office. Bismarck, ND.

Are you passionate about enhancing and protecting organizational value and making a meaningful impact through data-driven insight? Do you thrive on identifying risk, improving controls, and ensuring accountability? As an Internal Auditor at the North Dakota Retirement and Investment Office (NDRIO), your expertise will directly support the financial security of North Dakotans. This role offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of public service, finance, and strategic oversight, with a focus on operational effectiveness, compliance, and advising leadership on risk and control matters.

NDRIO manages over $26 billion in investments that shape the financial future of the state. Your insights will guide leaders in managing risk, tightening controls, and optimizing operations to ensure decisions are grounded in accountability and transparency.

• Plan and perform audits of agency activities, from routine to complex.
• Assess risk, develop audit scope, and evaluate internal controls and compliance with policies and laws.
• Prepare and present audit reports with findings, recommendations, and follow-up evaluations.
• Provide advisory services on new systems, business processes, and initiatives to ensure effective risk management.
• Coordinate with external auditors and consultants, assisting with documentation, testing, and reviews.
• Contribute to risk assessments and participate in committees, task forces, and special projects.

• An analytical and detail-oriented approach to evaluating internal controls and compliance with policies, laws, and industry standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to present findings clearly, constructively, and confidently to leadership.
• The initiative to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams, projects, and external partnerships.
• A problem-solving mindset that contributes to identifying issues and strengthening processes for continuous improvement.
• Curiosity and adaptability to learn new systems, technologies, and business processes as the agency evolves.

Bachelor s degree and 1+ years of relevant work experience in accounting, auditing, business administration, finance, information technology, investments, or a closely related field.

An associate s degree and three years of relevant work experience may substitute for the above requirements; or a comparable combination of education and relevant work experience that provides equivalent knowledge and skills will also be considered.

Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 annually, dependent upon experience.

Location:

NDRIO is located in Bismarck, ND. Upon successful completion of a probationary period, the selected candidate may be eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with the option to work remotely 1-2 days per week, while working at least 3 days onsite at our Bismarck office.

• That chance to shape internal processes that support long-term financial stability for North Dakotans
• A collaborative, values-based team environment
• Opportunities for professional growth, leadership visibility, and meaningful daily contributions
• 100% employer-paid family health insurance
• A strong retirement package, generous leave, and work-life balance

Applicants must complete the State of North Dakota online application on our Careers website and upload a cover letter, resume, references, and college transcripts (official or unofficial). Applications must be completed by 11:59 pm CST on the posted closing date. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. E-Verify participation is required. RIO does not provide visa sponsor ships.

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and comply with the North Dakota Human Rights Act. E-Verify information:
Right to Work & E-Verify Participation.

A criminal history record check, including fingerprinting, will be conducted on the successful candidate prior to hiring per NDCC 12-60-24.

Please contact Sara Seiler, Supervisor of Internal Audit at sseiler for questions about the role or Michelle Blakeman at  or mblakeman if you need an accommodation or assistance in the application process. For technical difficulties, contact recruiter or .