Leg Audit Staff

Job Details

Working Title: Financial Auditor
Job Class: Leg Audit Staff
Agency: Minnesota Office of the Legislative Auditor

• Job ID: 91113
• Location: St Paul, MN
• Telework Eligible: Yes
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 12/30/2025
• Closing Date: 01/20/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Office of Legislative Auditor
• Division/Unit: Finance
• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: Up to 10%
• Salary Range: $ 34.52- $52.99 / hourly; $72,078 - $110,643 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: No

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.

Job Summary

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, the state agencies’ internal controls and legal compliance, information technology security, and allegations of financial wrong-doing. We offer flexible schedules, 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. Typical responsibilities include:

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

Applications received from this posting may be used to fill up to three positions. The salary range is from $34.52 to $52.99 per hour, the equivalent of $72,078 to $110,643 per year. The Legislative Auditor will determine the starting salary within this range based on a successful applicant’s qualifications.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

• A bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, public policy, or another relevant field.
• 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 work in the office as required.

Application Details

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 651-259-3637 or e-mail careers@state.mn.us.

Auditor – Job ID 91113 (Posting closes at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.)

Contact

If you have questions please contact Penny Gomez, Human Resources at Penny.Gomez@state.mn.us.

About OLA

Meaningful work. OLA helps to improve state government by promoting good management in state agencies and enhancing program effectiveness.

Great benefits. OLA, as part of the State of Minnesota, offers excellent health and retirement benefits, as well as a strong commitment to work-life balance to help you thrive both at work and in your personal life.

OLA values the unique contributions that candidates with diverse experiences, knowledge, and backgrounds can bring to our work.

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
• 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

Support to help you reach your career goals:

• Training, classes, and professional development
• 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.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State 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 Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.