Local Government Auditor - LGA

• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 09/04/2026
• Closing Date: 09/24/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  State Auditor / State Auditor-MAPE
• Division/Unit:
  Payroll Processing Unit / Audit Practice
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Thursday or Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes
  - Up to 25% of the time
• Salary Range: $26.12 - $37.91 / hourly; $54,538 - $79,156 / annually
• Job Class Option:
  No Option
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

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 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.

• 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; and
• Develop findings.

Interviews will be held in person in Moorhead.

Start dates of approximately November 16, 2026.

After an initial training period in the Moorhead Office, the Local Government Auditor is expected to report to the Moorhead Office or an assigned client location a minimum of one day per week.

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (with at least 24 semester hours of accounting at the intermediate or advanced level), or
• a master’s degree in Accountancy or Finance (with at least 24 semester hours of accounting at the intermediate or advanced level)

• 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; and
• Has strong written communication skills.

• 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.

• Job offer is contingent upon candidate passing a job-related background check that may include the following: 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).

The Office of the State Auditor serves Minnesotans by protecting local decisions close to home. The OSA provides support and analysis to local entities so they can make decisions for their communities based on facts. At the OSA we pride ourselves on our supportive work environment for our staff.

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for…