Working Title: Dir Standards and Procedures

　　Job Class: State Auditor's Office Management Level 2

　　Agency: State Auditor

　　Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

　　Date Posted : 01/18/2024

　　Closing Date : 02/08/2024

　　Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : State Auditor / State Auditor-Managerial

　　Division/Unit : Human Resources Unit / Audit Practice

　　Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

　　Days of Work : Monday - Friday

　　Travel Required : Yes - Up to 25% of the time

　　Salary Range: $35.36 - $60.91 / hourly; $73,831 - $127,180 / annually

　　Classified Status : Classified

　　Bargaining Unit/Union : 220 - Manager/Unrep

　　FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

　　Telework Eligible : Yes

　　Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

　　Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

　　The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

　　JOB SUMMARY:

　　The Office of the State Auditor (OSA) Audit Practice Division performs external financial and compliance audits of local governments and is seeking applicants with a high level of technical expertise to support quality control as part of our Standards and Procedures team.

　　This position is a hybrid position based in St. Paul, Minnesota. Position may convert to a telework position under specific circumstances to be determined at a later date.

　　This position is responsible for providing oversight to ensure that the audits of local governments are performed in accordance with audit industry standards, the OSA’s quality control standards, and appropriate regulatory requirements. The employee in this position has primary responsibility for:

　　Performing comprehensive technical reviews of audit reports issued by the OSA and related audit documentation to ensure quality and technical standards are met;

　　Directing the OSA’s quality control and report review process to ensure reports move efficiently through the office and met applicable professional standards;

　　Providing guidance to audit staff and answering technical inquiries in the interpretation and implementation of accounting and auditing standards;

　　Supervising assigned staff;

　　Participating in professional work groups and peer reviews;

　　Providing internal and external training on auditing and accounting topics; and

　　Maintaining data and monitoring independence and continuing professional education records of audit staff.

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　To be considered, a candidate must have :

　　A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in external financial and compliance audits of local governments.

　　A bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited institution or a master’s degree with an accounting concentration from an accredited institution.

　　An active CPA license to practice in the State of Minnesota

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Knowledge of Checkpoint and PPC audit tools;

　　Experience in reviewing audit workpapers;

　　Experience in researching governmental accounting or auditing standards; and

　　Knowledge of Minnesota laws, court decisions, and attorney general opinions relating to local governmental agencies.

　　Physical Requirements

　　Requires occasional lifting and carrying of less than 10 pounds, along with walking and standing to perform job duties.Additional Requirements

　　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 country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

　　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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.