Job Title: Auditor I
ID: 5831
Company: ALLETE, Inc.
Location: Duluth, MN
Application Close Date: 5/27/2026
Link: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg04/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ALLETE&cws=43&rid=5831
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
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.
Join ALLETE as an Auditor I and help shape the future of how our organization manages risk, integrity, and performance.
If you enjoy digging into details, asking thoughtful questions, and learning how a business operates from the inside, ALLETE’s Internal Audit team would love to meet you. This entry‑level role offers a front‑row view of ALLETE’s diverse operations, with opportunities to learn from experienced professionals, collaborate across subsidiaries, and gain exposure to senior leaders.
As an Auditor I, you’ll build foundational audit skills by learning how different parts of the company work, assisting with process reviews, and supporting evaluations of financial information and internal controls. You’ll apply your curiosity and analytical mindset while receiving guidance and training to build strong, practical internal audit skills.
In this role, you’ll also develop strong communication skills by helping document results, share findings, and support teams in achieving their goals. This position is ideal for someone eager to learn, contribute, and begin a meaningful career in internal audit.
If you’re looking for a supportive, collaborative environment where your growth is encouraged, your work matters, and work‑life balance is valued, ALLETE’s Internal Audit team is a great place to start your career. Apply today and discover a rewarding and sustainable path forward.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist in the planning and execution of audits across financial, operational, and regulatory processes to assess controls, risks, and compliance.
- Evaluate business processes, transactions, documentation, and systems under the guidance of senior auditors to help identify control gaps and opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Prepare clear, well-supported audit documentation and contribute to audit reports that summarize findings and provide actionable recommendations.
- Use data analysis and critical thinking to identify trends, anomalies, and potential issues impacting financial or operational accuracy.
- Support the tracking and validation of the completion of management’s improvement actions to ensure audit recommendations are effectively resolved.
- Participate in the development of risk-based audit plans and engagement scopes.
- Support enterprise-wide risk assessment activities by incorporating key organizational risks into audit planning and execution.
- Collaborate with internal audit team members and management to communicate observations, risks, and process improvement opportunities.
- Continuously develop audit, business, and technical skills through training, coaching, and hands-on experience.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferred areas of study include accounting, auditing, business, finance, or economics. Candidates completing their degree by May 31st, 2026 will be considered.
- Coursework in auditing, analytical areas, computer applications, and/or professional certification desirable.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- No experience required
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position will initially, for the first few months, report regularly to the Duluth MN office, and then 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.
- Required to have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
- Occasional travel to other ALLETE or vendor sites is a requirement of this position.
- 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.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- The expected annual compensation range for this position is $54,000 – $67,000. Compensation offered to the selected candidate will vary depending on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.
- Compensation Incentive Program
- Retirement Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Community Engagement, and more.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
This job posting will be available for application until the position has been filled OR the posting close date noted herein, whichever date is earlier.
ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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 218-723-3921.
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