Internal Control Officer/Auditor

Job Description

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Job ID: 31448
Agency: Governor's Office of Economic Development
Location:Pierre, SD is preferred; Rapid City and Sioux Falls, SD will be considered.Salary: $71,764.56-$89,700.48 Annual Salary, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: L
Closing Date: 6/02/25

This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Governor's Office of Economic Development. For more information on the Governor's Office of Economic Development, please visit https://sdgoed.com/.

If you want to be a key part of South Dakota's economic success, you can join GOED's renowned Finance/Fiscal Team as an Internal Control Officer/Auditor today! GOED is seeking a highly skilled professional to join our team in the role of Internal Controls Officer/Auditor. This unique position will combine and leverage a deep understanding and working knowledge of accounting principles and practices with expertise in accounting system operations, financial reporting, and internal auditing. In this role, you will assist to develop, implement, and provide oversight of the agency's internal control systems to safeguard the state's assets and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Your expertise and analytical skills will help drive and improve operational efficiencies. If you possess a background in accounting and auditing financial systems coupled with an eye for detail and a desire for continuous improvement, GOED invites you to apply.

Responsibilities include:

• Document, provide oversight, and report regularly on department-wide internal control processes.
• Provide information and guidance to department staff on internal controls and financial systems.
• Participate in the implementation of a new statewide enterprise resource planning system, which involves learning and improving the department's business processes.
• Analyze and develop solutions that involve a variety of accounting and compliance factors.
• Identify opportunities to help the department meet financial operation goals.
• Design accounting and financial processes to facilitate analysis and improve operations.
• Serve as a technical resource to the department by applying specialized knowledge and expertise of internal controls and automated financial systems.
• Take initiative to gain exposure to special projects and problems to continuously refine and upgrade technical and business skills and knowledge.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Finance Director to assist in developing and evaluating internal controls.

If stationed at a location outside of Pierre, frequent overnight travel to Pierre may be required.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• experience in governmental accounting and internal controls;
• experience with complex automated financial systems;
• ability to communicate clearly and effectively;
• ability to adapt and prioritize.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• GAAP, governmental accounting standards, and financial compliance regulations;
• Internal controls (e.g., COSO), risk assessment, and audit practices in public sector settings;
• ERP systems and financial software used to streamline processes and ensure data integrity;
• systems implementation, process mapping, and financial process improvement; and,
• data privacy standards and state-specific requirements for screening, background checks, and financial reporting.

Skill to:

• analyze complex financial data and develop practical, compliance-driven solutions;
• communicate financial concepts clearly across departments, both in writing and speech;
• use Microsoft Excel for data modeling, forecasting, and advanced financial functions;
• manage projects, balance priorities, and support change during system transitions; and,
• collaborate across teams and build consensus with diverse stakeholders.

Ability to:

• document, assess, and monitor internal controls, identifying areas for improvement;
• develop financial processes aligned with agency goals and compliance standards;
• train and guide staff on controls, procedures, and financial systems;
• adapt to new technologies and support financial system integration in government settings; and,
• handle sensitive data with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=1MF
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"

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