Our Divisions
The Audit Practice Division helps ensure fiscal integrity by conducting financial and compliance audits of local governments and the federal compliance audit of the State of Minnesota.
Click here to view the Audit Practice Division's Frequently Asked Questions. Contact the Audit Practice Division to learn more.
The Constitution Division connects with the public via external communication, media relations, legislative coordination, and public engagements for the State Auditor. This division also supports the State Auditor’s service on the State Executive Council, State Board of Investment, Land Exchange Board, Public Employees Retirement Association Board, Minnesota Housing Finance Agency, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the Rural Finance Authority Board.
Contact the Constitution Division to learn more.
The Government Information Division collects, analyzes, and shares local government financial data to assist in policy and spending decisions; administers and supports financial tools including the Small Cities and Towns Accounting System (CTAS) software and infrastructure comparison tools.
Click here to view the Government Information Division's Frequently Asked Questions. Contact the Government Information Division to learn more.
The Legal/Special Investigations (SI) Division provides legal analysis and counsel to the OSA and responds to outside inquiries about Minnesota local law relevant to local government finances; investigates local government financial records in response to specific allegations of theft, embezzlement, or unlawful use of public funds or property.
Click here to view the Legal/Special Investigations Division's Frequently Asked Questions. Contact the Legal/Special Investigations Division to learn more.
The Pension Division analyzes investment, financial, and actuarial reporting for Minnesota’s local public pension plans and monitors pension plan operations.
Click here to view the Pension Division's Frequently Asked Questions. Contact the Pension Division to learn more.
The Tax Increment Financing Division promotes compliance and accountability in local governments’ use of tax increment financing through education, reporting, and compliance reviews.
Click here to view the TIF Division's Frequently Asked Questions. Contact the TIF Division to learn more.
The Operations Management Division ensures the office runs efficiently by providing fiscal management and technology support to the office.
Contact the Operations Management Division to learn more.
The Human Recourses Division manages recruitment, hiring, employee relations and workplace policies for the Office. It supports staff throughout the employment process, from onboarding to professional development and performance management.
Contact the Human Recourses Division to learn more.
The Office of the Legislative Auditor audits state agencies and constitutional offices.
The Minnesota Department of Revenue audits individual income tax returns.
The Property Tax Division of the Minnesota Department of Revenue oversees the administration of Minnesota's property tax system.
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State oversees elections and school district levy referendums.
The Charities Division of the Office of the Minnesota Attorney General handles many issues regarding nonprofit organizations.