Internal Audit Specialist

Cincinnati, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Vacancy Announcement: Internal Audit Specialist

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) is Greater Cincinnatis largest and Ohios second largest school district serving about 35000 students (preschool to 12th grade) in 66 schools across a 91-square-mile district in southwest Ohio.

Our districts innovative approach investment in caring educators and strong community partnerships have led to unprecedented academic success ensuring students from preschool to 12th grade thrive and graduate ready for life.

Mission:

We are a community of students educators families staff and citizens working together to provide high-quality learning and equitable opportunities that make lifelong learning and true sustainable economic mobility possible for each of our students.

Vision:

Cincinnati Public Schools will be a system of excellent schools where each and every student is valued supported empowered and prepared to pursue their fullest potential.

Who We Seek:

CPS seeks passionate innovative and culturally competent professionals dedicated to positively impacting our students and families. If youre committed to excellence and want to make a difference we invite you to join our team.

Position Overview:

Cincinnati Public Schools is seeking an Internal Audit Specialist who is a results-oriented self-starter with demonstrated success in identifying business risk and exposure evaluating internal controls and constructing recommendations to improve the efficiency of operations. The Internal Audit Specialist reports to the Chief Audit Executive.

The Internal Audit Department assists the Board of Education and District Administration in the effective discharge of their responsibilities by furnishing them with recommendations on strengthening internal controls of activities reviewed. Internal Audit works with objectivity being independent from daily operations to deliver an unbiased viewpoint and fairly assess with integrity how processes are working. Auditors provide a valuable perspective by being able to analyze current processes to highlight what is working well and where there is room for improvement.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Independently and objectively execute financial compliance and operational audit engagements
Ability to draft and revise audit plans audit programs and audit reports.
Assess compliance with district policies and procedures as well as state and federal laws/regulations
Develop recommendations to improve efficiency effectiveness and internal controls
Apply strong analytical skills to identify define and resolve problems and interpret data to establish facts and draw valid conclusions
Balance multiple projects/assignments simultaneously ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Assist in coaching and developing Internal Audit Interns
Perform other duties as assigned

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Willing and able to learn and work independently with minimal supervision as well as take ownership and pride in work product
Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills
Intermediate or advanced abilities in word processing spreadsheet and database applications
Effective organization and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
Integrity within a professional environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interpret and communicate business needs between internal groups and external stakeholders

Education & Experience

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in Accountancy Finance or related field is required
Two (2) to five (5) years of audit compliance or risk management experience. A strong academic record including without limitation coursework that Cincinnati Public Schools deems relevant to this position is required and may be used to support years of experience
Certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or other recognized relevant certification is preferred. Meeting at least one (1) certification qualification criterion is required

Employment Provisions

Salary: Unrepresented (Equivalent to CAAS Specialist Level)*
*Salary will be based on extent of qualifications and relevant experiences

Cincinnati Public Schools does not discriminate based on age race ethnicity color national origin or ancestry cultural background religious creed sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital/registered domestic partner status physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information military or veteran status primary language citizenship or immigration status or any other consideration made unlawful by federal state or local laws.

CINCINNATI PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Required Experience:

Vacancy Announcement: Internal Audit SpecialistCincinnati Public Schools (CPS) is Greater Cincinnatis largest and Ohios second largest school district serving about 35000 students (preschool to 12th grade) in 66 schools across a 91-square-mile district in southwest Ohio.Our districts innovative appr...