Public Member for Audit Committee

Stony Plain - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Parkland School Division is seeking a community-minded professional to join our Audit Committee as a Public Member. This is a unique opportunity to contribute your financial expertise to the governance of our local education system and ensure that resources are effectively managed for the benefit of our students.

The Role:

As a Committee of the Board of Trustees the Audit Committee plays a vital role in oversight. You will assist the Board in ensuring:

Reliable financial reporting.
The effectiveness of internal controls.
Compliance with provincial legislation and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

We are looking for a candidate who brings a high level of financial experience and integrity. Our preferred candidate will possess:

A professional accounting designation (CPA or equivalent).
Strong financial literacy and an understanding of complex financial reporting.
Knowledge of internal audit controls and corporate governance.
A connection to either the local business community or the adult learning community.

Schedule & Compensation:

Audit Committee meetings are approximately four half-day meetings per year with the potential for additional meetings as required.
Public members receive a per diem in accordance with the Terms of Reference for the Audit Committee (can be viewed at Our Board Board Policies (Board Policy 8 Board Committees).

How to Apply:

Applicants are invited to apply with a resume and cover letter detailing their interest qualifications and which community (business or adult learning) they are applying to represent. Applications are accepted online through Apply to Education or you can email Human Resources at with the subject line: Public Member Application.