Description

Help ensure that public resources are managed effectively and used in compliance with state laws and other applicable legal requirements.  The Office of the Legislative Auditor (OLA) is looking for curious and motivated critical thinkers interested in applying their analytical skills to improve the financial operations of agencies and programs throughout the executive and judicial branches of state government.

Auditors enjoy rewarding work, including the audit and examination of the financial statements for the State of Minnesota and the state’s pension plans; state agencies’ internal controls, legal compliance, and information technology security; and allegations of financial wrong-doing.  We offer a work/life balance culture, great benefits, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement.  

Job Duties

Auditors conduct audits of and examine diverse and complex government agencies and programs.  The position includes responsibilities to:

• Evaluate and test internal controls
• Perform compliance testing
• Audit financial statements
• Analyze transactions and financial activity
• Test data accuracy and determine data integrity
• Document audit evidence in work papers
• Draft audit findings
   

The salary range is $35.47 to $54.45 per hour, the equivalent of $74,061 to $113,692 per year.  The Legislative Auditor will determine the starting salary within this range based on a successful applicant’s qualifications.  Expected start date for this position is February 2027.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, a candidate must submit both a cover letter and resume and must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, public policy, or another relevant discipline, earned before the start date of employment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and auditing principles.
• Strong writing skills, including experience analyzing complex information and summarizing it simply and clearly.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access).
   

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Successful completion of some or all parts of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
• One or more years of government accounting or auditing experience.  
• Training or experience in critically analyzing financial data and legal compliance requirements, including laws, federal regulations, and state policies and procedures. 
• Training or experience with data analysis and sampling techniques.
• Training or experience collecting information through interviews and written inquiries.
• Proficiency in writing clear and concise reports on complex and technical issues.
• Knowledge of state government and the legislative process.
   

 Additional Requirements

• We will review cover letters and resumes to identify applicants meeting minimum and preferred requirements.  Selected applicants will go through an interview process and will be required to submit education transcripts and employment references.  At the time of the interview, we may ask applicants to respond to a writing prompt.  
• We will conduct background checks prior to any employment offer.  Personal integrity is an essential qualification to work at OLA, and certain violations of ethical or legal standards relevant to being an auditor at OLA may disqualify an applicant.
• Due to the nonpartisan nature of our office, applicants with extensive prior partisan work experience may be disqualified.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without needing sponsorship for an employment visa of any kind (e.g., H1B status).
• This position will have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office.  The selected applicant must live in Minnesota and is expected to work in the office as required.  

How to Apply

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter with their resume through the state’s Careers website.  If you have questions about applying for jobs, please contact the job information line at 6512593637 or email careers@state.mn.us.  

Financial Auditor – Job ID 97601  (Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026.)  Expected start date is February 2027.