Auditor II (226 Days)

Job Summary

This role leads and executes audit and advisory procedures to uncover root causes, define risk exposures, and recommend solution-driven corrective actions aligned with strategic objectives. The role supports continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and stakeholder confidence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and present comprehensive audit reports with pragmatic, cost-effective recommendations that support continuous improvement and compliance.
• Conduct targeted audits, advisory projects, and possible investigations across district departments to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with policy.
• Translate audit findings into actionable strategies that support informed decision-making for leadership.
• Facilitate audit engagement meetings, fostering collaboration and clarity around scope, findings, and next steps.
• Evaluate financial records and operational procedures for compliance and effectiveness, ensuring alignment with Board policies and district standards.
• Proactively identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation strategies to protect organizational reputation and resources.
• Support onboarding and training initiatives, contributing to a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Assess financial operations against strategic goals, identifying gaps and advising on corrective measures to enhance fiscal stewardship.
• Review internal controls and audit trails, ensuring systems are robust, secure, and capable of supporting financial integrity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university required; Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Master's Degree from an accredited university preferred; Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited university preferred.
• Licensed in Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Chartered Accountant (CA), or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) required.
• 5+ years of direct experience required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal audit standards and techniques, governmental auditing standards, generally accepted accounting principles, Texas Education Agency Resource Guide, and District policies.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully complete assignments with minimum direction or supervision.
• Demonstrated skill with TeamMate, Microsoft Word, Excel, data analytics, and Artificial Intelligence to document work and identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to write clear and conclusive audit work papers and concise narrative audit reports in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.