Staff Auditor

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Bachelor degree in Finance or related field from accredited college or university
Three yearsaccounting/auditingexperience
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
Knowledge of school fund accounting and policies and procedures.
Strong skills in conducting reviews and preparing written documentation in response to inquiries and
Expertise in gathering, organizing, analyzing and interpreting financial data, utilizing various statistical techniques, applying concepts to assist in formulating conclusions and developing recommendations and
SkillfulinoperatingMSOffice(Word,Excel,Access,Powerpoint)
Ability to maintain objectivity when auditing a campus, department, or program.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive
Ability to manage multiple complex tasks and projects simultaneously and independently to meet
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, utilizing professionalism, poise, tact and
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of District and external personnel, outside organizations, elected officials, and the general

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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
Apply internal auditing standards and techniques and demonstrate project management
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,
Maintain the highest integrity and confidentiality as it relates to audit related
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
Maintain confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information when received and distributed to appropriate designees as directed by the Board Internal
Performs such other duties as may be
Complete special projects and audits as
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
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.