Remote Internal Auditor – Risk & Compliance Lead

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

12 paid holidays each year

Low-cost health insurance plans

Pension plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development seeks an experienced internal auditor to provide independent advice and assurance on accounting and audit matters, aiming to strengthen financial integrity, governance, and compliance across the organization.

The role develops risk-based audit plans, conducts audits of financial records and business processes, and evaluates internal controls and governance to drive improvements. Telework eligible with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of auditing experience with risk-based assurance programs.
• Experience applying GAAP, GASB, and GAGAS principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop risk-based audit plans and perform internal audit services.
• Evaluate and improve risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.
• Conduct sampling and testing of key financial transactions and processes to identify weaknesses.
• Provide independent advice, assurance and consulting on accounting/audit related matters.

Skills

Auditing expertise

Risk assessment

Internal controls

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field

Master’s degree or PhD may substitute experience

Tools

Audit software

Job description

Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development seeks an experienced internal auditor to provide independent advice and assurance on accounting and audit matters, aiming to strengthen financial integrity, governance, and compliance across the organization.

The role develops risk-based audit plans, conducts audits of financial records and business processes, and evaluates internal controls and governance to drive improvements. Telework eligible with occasional travel.