Internal Audit Specialist - Finance Specialist 2

Working Title : Internal Audit Specialist

Job Class : Finance Specialist 2

Agency : Mn Management & Budget

Job ID : 83957

Location : St. Paul

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Regular / Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 02 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget - MAPE

Division / Unit : Personnel / Payroll / Internal Audit

Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift

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 - Administrative

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

The Finance Specialist 2 position will independently plan and perform audits and special reviews as assigned by the Enterprise Internal Audit Director. This position will help agencies protect State assets with appropriate internal controls; recommend improvements in policies, procedures, practices and controls; provide assurance to management that proper controls, reviews, risk management and governance processes are in place; and provide consultative services to the enterprise on sensitive topics adding value within the enterprise.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) years of demonstrated professional level experience with concepts related to the design, knowledge and skills in applying accounting and auditing principles to include operational auditing techniques, governmental auditing standards, Information Systems Auditing Standards, generally accepted accounting principles, and management consulting services.

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience

Preferred Qualifications

Professional designation such as a CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, or CRMA

Experience with :

Internal control systems such as SOX, ERM, COSO or Green Book

Internal audit

Fraud prevention and detection

Teaching or training, including the design, execution, and maintenance of a high-level training program

Government policy and / or procedure development

Large and complex organizational structure

Additional Requirements

Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

Salary : $68,883 - $102,165