Job Details
| Region: | 4 |
| School District/Employer: | Spring ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office |
| Position: | Coordinator |
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| Job Title: | Staff Auditor |
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| Date Posted: | 8/20/2024 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Staff Auditor is responsible for organizing and managing the routine audit activities designated by the Board Internal Auditor and provides minimum routine administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to internal and external customers. Duties performed require considerable initiative and tact. The position requires leadership qualities such as: adaptability, flexibility, dependability and accountability. Maintain confidential information and frequent contact with all levels within and outside of the district. All employees of SISD are expected to act with integrity, support organizational goals, communicate in a clear and respectful manner, championing the needs of our students and drive continuous improvement. REPORTS TO: Board Internal Auditor SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS: Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Institute of Internal Auditor’s Code of Ethics, and Texas Education Agency standards for financial accounting and reporting. Knowledge of school fund accounting and policies and procedures. Strong skills in conducting reviews and preparing written documentation in response to inquiries and complaints. Expertise in gathering, organizing, analyzing and interpreting financial data, utilizing various statistical techniques, applying concepts to assist in formulating conclusions and developing recommendations and solutions. Skillful in operating MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint) Ability to maintain objectivity when auditing a campus, department, or program. Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information. Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and projects simultaneously and independently to meet deadlines. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, utilizing professionalism, poise, tact and diplomacy. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of District and external personnel, outside organizations, elected officials, and the general public. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: AUDITING: Responsible for assisting the Board Internal Auditor with conducting financial, compliance and operational audits in all areas of Spring ISD. Generate auditing samples in Excel, and review audit working papers for accuracy and completeness. Apply internal auditing standards and techniques and demonstrate project management skills. Review departmental records, reports, documentation, and operating procedures to ensure compliance with Federal and State laws, Texas Education Agency rules, local board policy, and administrative regulations. Complete planning, fieldwork and report writing audit functions on time. Proficient in communicating audit findings verbally and in written memos and reports to the Internal Auditor. Assist with performing audits in the areas of: annual physical inventory counts for District warehouses regulated state audits, on site audits such as leaver audits, campus activity funds,etc. Maintain the highest integrity and confidentiality as it relates to audit related projects. Review operating systems in various areas and provide recommendations for improving the process. Provide training on internal controls, business risks, fraud and other related topics. Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovations in the related industry. Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information when received and distributed to appropriate designees as directed by the Board Internal Auditor. Performs such other duties as may be assigned. Complete special projects and audits as assigned. RECORDS AND REPORTS: Prepare timely audit schedules and financial statements and working papers according to Institute of Internal Auditors and GASB standards. Compile, and maintain all reports, records, and other documents as required including auditable records and statements. Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the area of internal auditing and with the Institute of Internal Auditor’s Code of Ethics and Spring ISD policies and procedures. WORKING CONDITIONS: Multi-tasking efficiently in an office environment that may have frequent interruptions is required. The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require significant sedentary responsibilities but the following physical demands are required as necessary: some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and significant fine finger dexterity. There may be occasional overtime or irregular hours. |
| Qualifications: | Required: Bachelor degree in Finance from accredited college or university Three years accounting/auditing experience Preferred: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Risk Management Assurance, (CRMA), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) or Certified Public Account (CPA) designation. Three years accounting/auditing experience in a school district, governmental or non-profit environment. |
| Salary Range: | PAY GRADE: AM 3 Days Per Year: 226 Min: $69,949 Mid: $84,275 WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt |
| Benefits: | https://ffbenefits.ffga.com/springisd/ |
| How To Apply: | https://springisd.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1400 |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Jason Sheffer |
| Email: | jsheffer@springisd.org |
| Address: | 16717 Ella Boulevard |
| City: | Houston |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 77090-4299 |
| Phone: | (281) 891-6028 |
| Fax: | (281) 891-6006 |