At the North Dakota State Auditor’s Office, we don’t just talk about our values – of respect, excellence, leadership, integrity, and teamwork – we live them every single day. Join our dynamic team and help make a positive impact in communities across North Dakota. We take pride in our commitment to bring transparency to government and we are dedicated to generating greater value for taxpayers. By joining our team, you will provide detail and excellence in the many facets of government auditing.

We’re looking for someone with natural problem-solving abilities and strong attention to detail to join our diverse team. While we are leaders in our field, we provide a welcoming and flexible environment with a commitment to work-life balance. We also offer an exceptional benefits package and all the training opportunities you’ll need to help you reach your highest potential.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide objective analysis so management can use the information to improve program performance, reduce costs, and facilitate decision-making.
• Under supervision, receive training and assist in conducting audits of state entities. As knowledge and skills increase, greater responsibilities will be given.
• Analyze accounting forms, records, internal controls, and related computer systems.
• Assist in the audit of the state’s financial statements, perform audits of state agencies, and assist in the Statewide Single Audit (federal compliance).
• Travel is generally two weeks or less per year.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Public Administration, Statistics, Economics, Finance, or related area from an appropriately accredited institution. Applicants who anticipate receiving their degree in December 2023 are eligible to apply, the start date is flexible.
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally in writing with other office employees and audit clients.
• Requires successful completion of the hiring process including reference, background and criminal record checks.

• Have a professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, etc.
• Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• In addition to the Accounting or Business-related degree, have a master’s degree or major/minor in accounting, business, management, finance, economics, communications, or computers.
• Have recent, directly related auditing or accounting experience.
• Critical thinking and analytical ability.

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Applicants must complete the State of North Dakota online application, along with uploading a cover letter, addressing how all minimum qualifications/requirements are met, a current résumé, and an unofficial college transcript. Applications must be completed by 11:59 pm on the posted closing date. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process contact:

Heidi Morman E-mail: hlmorman@nd.gov

Office of the State Auditor

600 E. Boulevard Avenue – Dept. 117

Bismarck, ND 58505

Telephone Number: 701-328-1072 Website: http://www.nd.gov/auditor

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.