ALLETE is a publicly traded energy company focused on building a sustainable energy future that is headquartered on beautiful Lake Superior in Duluth, Minnesota – with operations throughout the United States. ALLETE's largest business is Minnesota Power, an electric energy provider that serves about 145,000 customers, more than a dozen municipalities, and some of the nation's largest industrial customers. Other ALLETE businesses include Wisconsin-based Superior Water, Light & Power; ALLETE Clean Energy based in Duluth, Minnesota; BNI Energy in Bismarck, North Dakota; New Energy Equity headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland; and ALLETE Renewable Resources.

With the Internal Audit group, the Auditor II will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our financial and operational processes. This is an opportunity to make a significant impact by leading critical audits, influencing key decisions, and driving improvements across the organization. Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals, gaining invaluable experience and exposure to various aspects of our business. Help maintain the highest standards of accountability and transparency. Plus, this role offers excellent growth potential, paving the way for future leadership opportunities within our company. Join us and be a part of a dynamic team where your contributions truly matter!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and perform moderately complex audits or participates with teams performing audits of departments, financial statements, regulatory reports, potential acquisitions, contractors, operational controls and procedures assuring use of acceptable audit standards. 
• Perform special assignments as directed. 
• May serve as lead auditor on team audits. 

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree required
  
  • Degree in accounting, auditing, business, information systems, finance, or economics preferred
  • Coursework in auditing, analytical areas, computer applications, and/or professional certification preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Four years directly related experience.
  OR
• Three or more years 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.

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.

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