Manager, Audit

POSTING TYPE: Open competitive
DEPARTMENT: Finance
HOURS: M-F, Full-time
SALARY RANGE: $88,458- $138,216 /year (Grade 110)
LOCATION: Hastings ADC 
UNION: None 
CLOSE DATE: 4:30 p.m. on 4/14/2025

The Audit Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing financial audits within Dakota County. They lead a team of audit staff, develop and implement audit plans, assess financial risks, and ensure compliance with government regulations and accounting standards. This role involves conducting audits of financial statements, identifying and addressing financial issues, and investigating potential fraud, waste, and abuse. Additionally, they prepare detailed audit reports, communicate findings to stakeholders, and recommend improvements to financial processes and controls. This position is responsible for directing, managing and monitoring the annual comprehensive financial report for Dakota County.

Who We Are

Dakota County is Minnesota’s third largest county and home to more than 400,000 residents. Our motto is “Be More” and we strive every day to achieve excellence in public service, with a focus on four values: Service, Integrity, People and Innovation.

Dakota County aims to create an environment that is welcoming and inclusive of diverse people, backgrounds and experiences. Our goal is to have a workforce that is reflective of the communities and individuals we serve. We promote an equitable and culturally aware work environment where everyone can be their authentic selves.

• Bachelor's degree in business, or a related field AND
• Five years of experience in auditing, finance or accounting and at least two years of experience supervising staff. 

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience (9 years).

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE BEYOND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPA licensure or CIA certification
• Certified Government Finance Officer
• Public Sector (Governmental) auditing experience

These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this classification. Regular attendance according to the position's management approved work schedule is required for all positions.

1. Oversee a team of financial staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
2. Serve as the main point of contact for County audit.
3. Develop and implement annual audit plans based on risk assessments and organizational priorities.
4. Assign audit tasks, review work papers, and evaluate staff performance.
5. Direct, develop, manage and monitor the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Dakota County including working with all departments on financial statements; establishing guidelines and requirements for completion; reviewing, approving and monitoring expenditures and revenues across the county; identifying and resolving problems to ensure the presentation of accurate and complete information consistent with state and federal law and county board policy and the distribution of resources to adequately meet legal mandates and good management practices.
6. Present financial reports and audit results to senior leadership.
7. Plan and execute financial, compliance, performance, and operational audits in accordance with professional standards.
8. Conduct fieldwork, including interviews, data analysis, and document reviews.
9. Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
10. Act as the accounting lead for the County by overseeing finance related activities; participate as a member of the Finance management team by providing guidance on formulating policy and financial decisions.
11. Participate in the overall management of major system development and implementation for county-wide systems.
12. In collaboration with the Budget Manager, assist county departments with financial and budgetary needs
13. Perform other financial and managerial duties as assigned.

 ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Duties 1-6 are essential functions.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with peers across Dakota County
• Develop audit programs, perform risk assessments, and determine appropriate audit procedures.
• Communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical personnel.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, delegate tasks, and provide effective guidance.
• Strong understanding of government accounting standards (GASB) and auditing standards.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy and completeness in audit work.
• Ability to establish department objectives and performance measures as well as communicate, support and evaluate the achievement of those objectives and measures.
• Demonstrated skills in analyzing, preparing and managing comprehensive department budgets. 
• Proven ability to analyze complex financial data and make sound decisions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively convey complex information to various stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a Dakota County office building. Some travel is required. Lifting requirement of up to 20 pounds on an occasional basis. Equipment used may include, but is not limited to, computer, printer, telephone, calculator, projector, copy and fax machines. 

Benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, vision, and other benefits
• Excellent work-life balance
• Generous paid time off (accrual rate starts at four weeks per year)
• Eleven paid holidays and one floating holiday each year
• Pension with a generous employer contribution
• Ability to work from home some of the time

Selection Process

• You submit an online application that includes supplemental questions
• We assign you a score based on your qualifications 
• Top scoring candidates are referred to the hiring manager for interview consideration
• We conduct interviews and reference checks before extending an offer 
• We extend an offer and conduct background checks

Salary : $88,458 - $138,216