Interim Audit Manager

Interim Audit Manager

The Interim Audit Manager is responsible for support, coordinating, and overseeing the district's internal audit functions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws, Board policies, administrative regulations, and special audit from the New Mexico State Auditors office generally accepted accounting principles. The position provides leadership in evaluating financial operations, internal controls, business processes, and risk management practices while promoting accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement throughout Española Public Schools.

The Interim Audit Manager serves as the primary liaison between the district and external auditors and works collaboratively with district leadership to strengthen internal controls, improve operational efficiency, and ensure fiscal integrity.

• Develop, implement, and manage the District's internal audit program.
• Plan, conduct, supervise, and complete operational, financial, compliance, and special audits.
• Develop annual and long-range audit plans based on organizational risk assessments.
• Establish audit objectives, scope, methodologies, and timelines.
• Monitor audit progress to ensure projects are completed efficiently and accurately.

• Evaluate compliance with:
• Federal laws and regulations
• State of New Mexico statutes
• New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) requirements
• Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) standards
• Board policies and administrative procedures
• Identify financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Evaluate internal control systems and recommend improvements to reduce risk and strengthen accountability.
• Ensure corrective actions are implemented following audit findings.

• Review and analyze financial records, accounting systems, payroll, procurement, grants, and business operations.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Identify process inefficiencies, duplicate procedures, and opportunities for operational improvements.
• Analyze financial statements and supporting documentation for accuracy and compliance.

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports documenting:
• Findings
• Risk assessments
• Recommendations
• Corrective action plans
• Present audit findings to the Superintendent, Executive Leadership Team, Board of Education, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor implementation of corrective action plans and conduct follow-up reviews.

• Serve as the District's primary liaison with independent external auditors.
• Coordinate audit schedules, documentation requests, and communications.
• Ensure timely completion of annual financial audits and other required reviews.
• Assist departments in preparing documentation requested by external agencies.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate audit personnel.
• Assign work based on staff expertise and workload.
• Review audit work papers for completeness and quality.
• Promote professional development through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Identify business process risks and operational inefficiencies.
• Develop testing methodologies to evaluate control effectiveness.
• Recommend improvements that increase operational efficiency and fiscal accountability.
• Assist departments with implementing best practices.

• Allocate personnel and resources to maximize efficiency.
• Prioritize audit projects based on organizational risk.
• Maintain audit schedules and project timelines.

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and personnel information.
• Stay current with auditing standards, governmental accounting practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent.

The successful candidate shall demonstrate:

• Thorough knowledge of governmental auditing standards and practices.
• Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Knowledge of school finance and governmental accounting preferred.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to assess…