Local Government Audit Senior

Position Overview

The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) Audit Practice Division performs independent, external financial and compliance audits of local governments. This senior level auditor position assists in audits of local governments by ensuring appropriate procedures are performed to determine the reliability of clients’ financial statements and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Play a lead role in planning and completion of individual audits.
• Self‑direct the completion of complex audit sections and financial reporting.
• Provide day‑to‑day guidance and coaching to less experienced professional auditors.
• Assist in developing findings and recommendations, preparing audit reports, financial statement disclosures, management letters, and single audits in accordance with applicable standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, or a master’s degree with an accounting concentration from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience reviewing audit documentation and providing guidance to other professional audit staff performing governmental financial and compliance audits.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience planning an audit, ensuring audit documentation is sufficient and appropriate, and preparing audit reports, financial statement disclosures, management letters and single audits in accordance with applicable standards.
• Knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, OMB Compliance Supplement, Uniform Guidance, and GASB Statements.

• Knowledge of Checkpoint and PPC audit tools or similar tools.
• Knowledge of Minnesota laws, court decisions, and attorney general opinions relating to local governmental agencies.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Considerable knowledge of GAAP, GAAS, GAGAS, OMB Compliance Supplement, Uniform Guidance, and GASB Statements.
• Experience testing in accordance with the Minnesota Legal Compliance Audit Guides.
• Strong written communications 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 contingent upon passing a job‑related background check: reference checks to verify credentials, a criminal background check, and driver’s history check prior to appointment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans (including fertility care, 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 (after working at least three years)
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being
• Training, classes, and professional development
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (eligible positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support and daily living/convenience services

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourage persons of color, Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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