Closeout Audit Supervisor - Auditor Principal Supervisor

Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment; Saint-Paul; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Transportation seeks a Closeout Audit Supervisor in St. Paul. The role combines planning and supervising audits of consultants and grant recipients, ensuring adherence to GAAS and AICPA standards.

Hybrid work arrangement available with telework options and regular in-office duties. The candidate will guide technical staff, support audits, and participate in travel as needed (up to 15%).

Qualifications

• Three years of professional supervisory auditing experience OR four years of advanced professional auditing experience with at least 3 listed competencies.
• Experience supervising, conducting, or responding to financial audits, performance audits, and/or investigations.
• Experience applying GAAP, Yellow Book, and related auditing standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, assign, and review audits of consultants and grant recipients to ensure compliance with GAAS and AICPA standards.
• Provide technical knowledge, supervision, professional development, and oversight for External Audit Unit.
• Support office leadership in auditing processes and risk assessment.

Skills

Supervisory auditing experience

Financial data analysis

Internal controls

GAAP and Yellow Book knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting/Finance/Business with accounting concentration

Tools

GAAP

Yellow Book

AICPA Standards

Job description

• Telework Eligible: Yes

Working Title: Closeout Audit Supervisor Job Class: Auditor Principal Supervisor Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID: 98186
• 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: 11/03/2026
• Closing Date: 11/30/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / Transportation-MMA
• Division/Unit: Audit / Audit - External
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Yes
• Salary Range: $38.83 - $55.93 / hourly; $81,077 - $116,781 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 216 - Middle Management Association/MMA
• FLSA Status: Exempt - Executive
• 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.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

As the Office of Audit’s External Audit Unit Closeout Supervisor, this position is responsible for planning, coordinating, assigning, and reviewing audits of consultants and grant recipients to ensure that audits are completed in adherence with generally accepted government auditing standards (GAGAS) and American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) Standards for Attestation Engagement requirements. This position also assists the office leadership in providing technical knowledge, supervision, professional development, and oversight for the External Audit Unit.

In-state travel is required up to 15% of the time; this includes some overnight travel.

• The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of professional supervisory (supervising professional employees) auditing experience OR four years of advanced professional auditing experience that demonstrates at least 3 of the bullets listed below:

• Experience supervising, conducting, or responding to financial audits, performance audits, and/or investigations.
• Experience analyzing financial data and legal requirements for compliance.
• Experience developing internal controls and/or risk assessments.
• Experience applying generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), Government Auditing Standards (Yellow Book), operational auditing concepts, compliance with auditing principles, and/or Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government.

NOTE: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business (with an accounting concentration) substitutes for six months of advanced professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising or directing the work of financial auditors.
• Possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Government and/or non‑profit auditing experience.
• Experience interpreting and applying generally accepted government audit standards (Yellow Book), Federal Acquisition Regulation Part 31 (FAR 31), 2 CFR 200, and/or 23 CFR.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past‑employer reference checks and criminal history check.

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Charity Morrow at [e-mail]

Working together to improve the state we love. What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

• A sense of purpose in their work
• Connection with their coworkers and communities
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your Benefits May Include

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low‑cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including 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 that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax‑free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well‑being
• Ride the new METRO "Green Line" Light Rail Train to work! The Rice/Capitol Station is located close by.

Support To Help You Reach Your Career Goals

• Training, classes, and professional development
• Tuition reimbursement
• MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program (Visit Student Loan Reimbursement - Policies - MnDOT (state.mn.us) for more information)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) For Work/life Support

• A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well‑being, or job performance
• Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
• Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

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 encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants With Disabilities

Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affir‑itive Action office to request an accommodation by: E‑mail: [e-mail]; or by calling Janet Miller at tel:[phone]; or using MN Relay 711.

The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html.