Public Sector Financial Analyst & Audit Specialist

County of Dakota; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Dakota in Hastings, MN seeks a Financial Analyst to prepare, analyze, and maintain financial information. The role supports internal and external reporting, acts as a fiscal liaison across departments, and contributes to financial systems and policies.

Responsibilities include complex accounting work under minimal supervision. The county emphasizes service, integrity, people, and innovation, aiming for a welcoming, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field and 1 year of professional experience in auditing, governmental accounting, or financial analysis.
• External or internal audit experience.
• CPA license or CPA candidate.
• Masters degree (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial performance and trends for assigned departments or funds.
• Meet with departments to discuss fiscal matters and provide recommendations.
• Research financial information related to departmental operations or programs.
• Develop financial statements and reports for internal management and external reporting.
• Prepare and process accounting transactions, including input preparation, approvals, and output review.
• Develop and maintain accounting systems, including chart of accounts and internal controls.
• Project costs and revenues for assigned funds or accounts.
• Perform other accounting and financial analysis tasks as assigned.
• Support internal audit activities and identify potential control or compliance issues.
• Assist with external compliance reviews.
• Prepare year-end reconciliations, calculations, and journal entries with minimal supervision.
• Assist in preparing assigned audit areas and schedules for GASB reporting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Auditing

Communication skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience to total 5 years

CPA License or CPA candidate

Masters degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

County of Dakota in Hastings, MN seeks a Financial Analyst to prepare, analyze, and maintain financial information. The role supports internal and external reporting, acts as a fiscal liaison across departments, and contributes to financial systems and policies.

Responsibilities include complex accounting work under minimal supervision. The county emphasizes service, integrity, people, and innovation, aiming for a welcoming, inclusive workplace.