Internal Auditor

Internal Auditor

Caddo Parish School District Central Office - Shreveport, Louisiana

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Caddo Parish Schools Job Description

Job Title:

Internal Auditor

Job Code: 054

Grade: I

DOT Code:

Department:
Internal Audit

Prepared By:
Richard Dezendorf

Prepared Date:
December 9, 1997

Approved By:
David

A. Barr

Approved Date:
March 23, 2001

Conducts audits for management to assess effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of operations by performing the following duties.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reviews and analyzes the financial records, policies, and procedures of individual schools.
• Prepares reports of findings and recommendations for management.
• Inspects accounting systems to determine their efficiency and protective value.
• Keeps informed of current research findings and improved auditing techniques.
• Assists in the training of school principals, bookkeepers and other parish personnel in proper accounting, reporting, and control procedures and operating policies.
• Maintains accurate records and documentation of all activities and forwards to the appropriate authorities.
• Hold very sensitive information in the form of records, reports, and conversations in strict confidence.
• Provides training and technical support to school administrators and clerical staff.
• Provides assistance to external auditors.
• Neat, well groomed, appropriately dressed appearance.
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree; two to four years job-related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of financial and operational auditing techniques, accounting principles and principles of management required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries from regulatory agencies or members of the business community. Ability to write articles that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to upper management.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with schools, staff, agencies, parents, and/or the public.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

260 days

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $62,218 to $82,720 Per Year

• At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.