State of Minnesota · 2 days ago
Deputy Director of Internal Audits / Audit Director
Vadnais Heights, MN
Internship
Hybrid
Intern, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$41.09/hr - $59.07/hr
4+ years expThe State of Minnesota is seeking a Deputy Director of Internal Audits to lead the DCT Audit Unit within the Direct Care and Treatment agency. This role involves managing daily operations, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with internal controls to protect state assets and enhance operational efficiency.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Direct the day-to-day activities of the DCT Audit Unit, providing agency-wide leadership by planning, conducting, and evaluating complex and sensitive audits; reviewing agency programs and related processes and recommending appropriate, cost-effective improvements to management on issues and operations that present a significant risk to the agency and enterprise
Direct the day-to-day activities of the DCT Audit Unit staff related to program development and deployment, including auditing, investigation, and risk assessment work
Provide expert consultancy services and lead, facilitate, and participate in discussions on key internal controls issues that plan, decide, direct, implement and create policy that impacts internal controls over a wide variety of program areas. Sponsor projects as necessary that lead to improved internal controls and enhance security of State financial transactions, assets, and protected data
Manage and direct DCT Audit Unit staff so that team members can successfully contribute to the advancement of the audit function throughout DCT
Effectively manages division operations, budget, physical and systems resources, and staff within legislative fiscal allotment constraints
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated leadership experience
Experience as a supervisor, lead worker, team lead, project lead
Completion of a State of Minnesota leadership program (e.g. ELI, L4)
A paid/unpaid position leading a program or chairing a committee (e.g. ERG) - experience must include: 1+ year of experience identifying issues, goals and strategic actions, 100+ hours per year time commitment
Four (4) years of experience in managing audits demonstrating the following: Experience developing, preparing, monitoring, evaluating, and implementing audit work plans, resolving corrective action plans for internal and external audits, and consulting and advising on control structure decisions, and business strategy implications
Expert knowledge of auditing frameworks
Experience communicating laws (written, oral, and/or visual), rules, agency policies, bulletins, audit reports, legislative reports, and/or contracts
Experience providing consultation to senior and executive management on projects and strategy
Preferred
Experience auditing in healthcare
Bachelor's degree or higher in finance, accounting, law, business management, or related area of study
Participation in professional organizations (ex. Institute of Internal Audits chapter, HCCA)
Experience serving as a liaison with external auditors
Experience auditing in government. Experience providing expert advice on governance activities, control environment, risk management, process analysis, information technology security, management activities, finance and accounting, application of state and federal laws, human resources and personnel, fraud and investigations, and other auditing services
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), including pronouncements of the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB) and Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and Government Auditing Standards (GAS)
Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures
Benefits
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
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
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
Company
State of Minnesota
State of Minnesota provides information for residents, businesses, government, employment, education, and travel.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tim Walz
41st Governor of Minnesota
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