Auditor/Accountant II

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is seeking an Auditor/Accountant II to perform financial audits of schools, supervise warehouse inventory audits, and assist senior auditors with oversight. The role trains new hires and supports various accounting functions within the district.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Business or Accounting, at least three years of accounting experience, and qualification to sit for the NC CPA exam. Government or school-system experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting is required.
• At least three years professional accounting experience required.
• Qualification to sit for the North Carolina CPA Examination required.
• Accounting experience in government or school systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Manage larger audit assignments focusing on audits of increased complexity and perform financial audits of schools for compliance with district policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with school principals to develop and strengthen internal controls; train school treasurers during audits to minimize findings.
• Compile detailed audit work papers and prepare audit binders reflecting results.
• Prepare and transmit formal audit letters to school principals and treasurers.
• Supervise and coordinate inventory audits of warehouses and work with inventory managers to strengthen controls.
• Assist with various accounting responsibilities and review audit binders for quality assurance.
• Train newly hired employees and guide internal auditors with scheduling and audit execution.
• Prepare detailed presentations and engage in public speaking on a regular basis.
• Attend conferences to stay current on programs and accounting policies; assist with CAFR preparation.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting

Job description

The Auditor/Accountant II, under general supervision, performs financial audits of schools, supervises and coordinates inventory audits of warehouses, reviews audits performed by internal auditors, assists senior auditor in oversight, trains new hires, and assists with various accounting functions.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.

NC 15 Salary Non-Certified Schedule/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Director of Accounting and Auditing

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Manage larger audit assignments focusing on audits of increased complexity and perform financial audits of schools for compliance with district policies and procedures
• Collaborate with school principals to develop and strengthen internal controls when audit findings deem necessary. Provide training to school treasurers throughout audit process to minimize repeat audit findings
• Compile detailed audit work papers and prepare audit binders reflecting audit results
• Prepare and transmit formal audit letters representing audit results to school principals and treasurers
• Supervise, coordinate and perform inventory audits of warehouses with inventory holdings and collaborate with warehouse and inventory managers to develop and strengthen internal controls
• Assist with various accounting responsibilities and assist senior auditor with review of audit binders performed by internal audit staff for quality assurance
• Train newly hired employees and guide internal auditors with schedule management, paperwork preparation and audit execution
• Prepare detailed presentations and engage in public speaking on a regular basis
• Attend conferences and meetings to remain current on programs and accounting policies and procedures; as well as state and federal funds as needed
• Assists as needed with preparation of Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR)
• Performs related duties as assigned

# of Jobs 1.00

Teacher Scale N

Minimum Educational Requirements Bachelors

Term 12 Month

Education and Experience

• Bachelors in Business or Accounting required
• At least three years professional accounting experience required
• Qualification to sit for the North Carolina Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Examination required
• Accounting experience in government or school systems preferred

• Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License or ability to provide own transportation
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

In compliance with Federal Law, Charlotte - Mecklenburg Schools administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age or disability.