Auditor II - Allete
Duluth, MN 55801
About the Job
ALLETE is headquartered in Duluth, Minnesota, on beautiful Lake Superior, and has operations throughout the United States. We invest in energy-centric businesses and transmission infrastructure. Our companies include clean-energy producers and developers, and regulated utilities that already deliver more than 50% renewable energy. Each of our businesses—Minnesota Power; Superior Water, Light & Power; ALLETE Clean Energy; New Energy Equity; ALLETE Renewable Resources; and BNI Energy—plays a unique and significant role in ALLETE's sustainability-in-action strategy. Our culture drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and the planet.
ALLETE is seeking an Auditor II to join its Internal Audit department to plan and execute internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of controls, risk management, and governance processes. This role will review financial documents for accuracy and compliance with regulations and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements. When you join our Internal Audit team as an Auditor II, you will document audit findings and present them to management in addition to maintaining clear communication with management and other stakeholders about audit findings and recommendations.
ALLETE offers a flexible, friendly work environment, expansive opportunities to grow and develop in your career, and a culture that drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and planet. We offer choice in the things that matter to you: your money, your health, your time, and your career. The compensation package includes a competitive, market-based salary, a robust retirement plan, medical and dental benefits, company supported continuing education, generous time off, professional development opportunities, an incentive plan, and other perks.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
OR
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The expected annual compensation range for this position is $64,000 - $80,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and more.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability,
age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public
assistance or any other protected class.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.
EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled
ALLETE is seeking an Auditor II to join its Internal Audit department to plan and execute internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of controls, risk management, and governance processes. This role will review financial documents for accuracy and compliance with regulations and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend improvements. When you join our Internal Audit team as an Auditor II, you will document audit findings and present them to management in addition to maintaining clear communication with management and other stakeholders about audit findings and recommendations.
ALLETE offers a flexible, friendly work environment, expansive opportunities to grow and develop in your career, and a culture that drives excellence through our shared values of integrity, safety, people, and planet. We offer choice in the things that matter to you: your money, your health, your time, and your career. The compensation package includes a competitive, market-based salary, a robust retirement plan, medical and dental benefits, company supported continuing education, generous time off, professional development opportunities, an incentive plan, and other perks.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan and perform audits of departments, financial statements, regulatory reports, potential acquisitions, contractors, operational controls, and procedures assuring the use of acceptable audit standards.
- Analyze internal processes, transactions, documentation, and systems to identify areas for improvement and ensure operational efficiency.
- Document audit findings and prepare comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations for remediation.
- Interpret and analyze data to identify potential issues and ensure the accuracy of financial reporting.
- Monitor the progress of management's improvement actions based on audit recommendations to ensure effective mitigation.
- Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies by executing thorough audits.
- Participate in the development of audit plans and programs through a risk-based approach.
- Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee, providing guidance on addressing control weaknesses and process inefficiencies.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree is required.
- Degree in accounting, auditing, business, information systems, finance, or economics is preferred.
- Coursework in auditing, analytical areas, computer applications, and/or professional certification is preferred.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Four years or more directly related experience
OR
- Three years or more of job-related work experience PLUS certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position may be considered for a hybrid work arrangement based on ALLETE's needs. A Hybrid work arrangement means the employee's position will be a blend of work performed both in-person and at an offsite location such as an employee's home office. This position will report to Duluth, MN.
- Effective interpersonal skills required to establish and maintain productive working relationships and positively affect results.
- This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
The expected annual compensation range for this position is $64,000 - $80,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, this position qualifies for a comprehensive benefits package, including an Incentive Program, Retirement Benefits, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, Disability, Tuition Reimbursement, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences, and more.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability,
age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public
assistance or any other protected class.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.
EEO/AA/F/M/Vet/Disabled
Source : Allete