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The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) is the State of Minnesota's principal economic development agency. DEED's mission is simple: to empower the growth of the Minnesota economy, for everyone. We are driven to find talented and innovative public servants, motivated by the opportunity to serve businesses, people, and the greater good. At DEED you will join a diverse team, inspired by challenging work and united by shared values that guide our work every day. At DEED we live our values by; focusing on the customer, communicating early and often, seeking solutions, creating inclusion, encouraging new ideas, and being gracious. DEED is a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon agency and committed to proactively supporting service-members, veterans, and military families. DEED offers great employment opportunities with a meaningful mission to truly make a difference in the lives of those under our care and for those in communities throughout Minnesota. Working Title: Internal Auditor Job Class: Auditor Principal Agency: Department of Employment and Economic Development Job ID: 80105 Location: Statewide Telework Eligible: Yes, may be eligible to telework up to five (5) days per week Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: This vacancy is open for bids and for all qualified job seekers simultaneously. Bidders will be considered through 09/20/2024. Date Posted: 09/14/2024 Closing Date: 09/27/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Employment & Economic Development Department -MAPE Division/Unit: CO Fiscal Mgmnt Audit Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift, 8am to 4:30pm Days of Work: Monday - Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $32.99 - $48.93 / hourly; $68,883 - $102,165 / annually 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 The work you'll do is more than just a job. 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. Job Summary This position is telework eligible and is occasionally required to be on-site at the office in St. Paul. Staff are provided with the tools and equipment to be successful in a virtual work environment and may telework from anywhere in Minnesota or a neighboring state. Please note, the telework policy could change with notice based on business needs. This position will provide independent advice, objective and reasonable assurance and consulting activities on accounting/audit related matters designed to add integrity, accountability, quality assurance, and ethical value to improve the organization's financial and business operations, governance, internal controls, and compliance. The incumbent will also evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control and compliance, management controls, and organizational governance processes and principles for the divisions, activities, programs, or operation of the department in meeting its organization goals. This position will develop risk-based audit plans, perform all internal audit services, and conduct internal control and compliance risk-based statistical samplings, testing and audits of key transaction types, financial records, and business processes to identify weaknesses in internal control and compliance, and ensure they are operating as intended. This posting may be used to fill multiple positions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly dem nstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Three (3) years* of experience in auditing with responsibility for planning and developing audit programs, conducting field work, preparing audit working papers, audit reporting, analyzing financial data, working with internal control structures, and using computerized systems. *Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems or Business (with an accounting concentration) or other closely related field as determined by the agency may substitutes for one (1) year of experience; Master's degree substitutes for eighteen (18) months of experience; PhD substitutes for twenty-four (24) months of experience. Applicants that meet the above minimum qualification will be further evaluated on the following: Skill in: Analysis of policies, procedures, and documentation of internal controls, and risk assessments to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, statutes, administrative rules, or relevant statewide and department policies. Sampling methods sufficient to select a representative sample that will permit drawing conclusions about population values at the desired level of confidence. Project Management and Communication sufficient to communicate complex information, audit requests, or audit results to diverse audiences and facilitate meetings / presentations, train and teach, and develop and implement clear and concise audit reports and training and guidance materials. Computers to download and record data, analyze, use, and interpret statistic, budget, accounting or programmatic data or records using mathematical, statistical, and problem-solving method, and summarize audit findings. Knowledge of: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and practices, Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS) pronouncements and practices. Large scale accounting, procurement, payroll, and human resources systems. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems, Business (with an accounting concentration), or closely related field as determined by the agency. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and/or Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) certification. Knowledge of: Statewide Integrated Financial Tools (SWIFT) and Statewide Employee Management (SEMA4) using PeopleSoft software platform. Committee of Sponsoring Organizations' (COSO) Internal Control Integrated framework or Green Book Standards for Internal Control in the Federal government (setting standards for effective internal control system for federal, state, local government and not for profit agencies). Ability to develop new or modified procedures to meet special audit or review needs. Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures. Additional Requirements A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. The background check may consist of the following components: Criminal Background Check Employment Record Review (current and former State employees only) Employment Reference Check Conflict of Interview Review Driver's Record Check The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development will not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. Application Details How to Apply Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers . 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