Administrator/Staff Auditor

Wake County Public Schools•Cary, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Conducts internal financial and operational audits covering all segments of the school system to determine the adequacy of internal controls and compliance with policies, procedures and regulations. Tests financial transactions for compliance with existing laws, contracts, and accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Prepares and presents audit reports of findings, which include recommendations for improvements. Investigates areas where there is indication of concerns or irregularities.

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of data or information systems
Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel; Google Apps
Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles
Knowledge of Government Auditing Standards (GAO) and the related application of those standards
Ability to execute audit programs; to document and evaluate internal controls; to analyze and evaluate accounting and auditing issues and to develop clear, concise, and comprehensive reports of the related data; ability to identify areas of risks as it relates to assigned audit areas
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to work independently and complete tasks in the absence of clear direction
Ability to ensure confidentiality of data and information
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, staff members of external funding agencies, and the community
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or directly related field
Two years of experience in accounting, auditing, or related field
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered
Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of North Carolina requirements

Nice To Haves

Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license held and/or active Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification
Governmental accounting or auditing experience

Responsibilities

Implements the auditing program for the school or department being audited to achieve audit objectives and to ensure that the fiscal management of the system is being effectively and appropriately performed.
Ensures that adequate internal controls exist and are being applied to areas that are being audited as deemed appropriate in the circumstances.
Ensures that applicable laws and regulations are being adhered to consistently, as applicable, per audit.
Conducts audit tests of areas being audited to meet the objectives of the audit. The tests may include the evaluation and review of program-related data. There may be progression under the direction of the Senior Director so that some audit tests may be independently planned.
Develops drafts of findings and recommendations on the area being audited, to include recommended changes in system policies, procedures, personnel, or non-compliance with laws, procedures, policies, or other criteria.
Understands the school system’s financial and operational areas, to include the ORACLE® financial and human resources system, in order to design audit tests that fulfill the objectives of the audit.
Performs other monitoring, investigations, and tests to satisfy the objectives of the audit or investigation.
Keeps up to date on all school system policies and procedures relevant to assigned audits.
Conducts certain types of audits as determined by the senior director.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.