Auditor II (226 Days)

Dallas Independent School District; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Independent School District is seeking an Auditor II (226 Days) to lead audit and advisory engagements across district operations. You will identify root causes, present pragmatic recommendations, and mentor junior staff while ensuring alignment with policies and governance.

The role requires a CPA/CA/CIA/CISA/CFE licensure with 5+ years of audit experience and strong skills in TeamMate, Word, Excel, and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Master's Degree preferred in Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Juris Doctorate preferred.
• Licensed CPA/CA/CIA/CISA/CFE required.
• 5+ years of direct audit experience.
• Knowledge of internal audit standards and governmental auditing standards, GAAP, TEA Resource Guide, and district policies.
• Proficiency with TeamMate, Word, Excel, data analytics and AI to document work and identify trends.
• Ability to write clear audit work papers and concise audit reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute audit and advisory procedures to identify root causes and risk exposures.
• Develop and present audit reports with cost‑effective recommendations.
• Conduct targeted audits and investigations across district departments.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, providing quality assurance.
• Facilitate audit engagement meetings with clear scope and findings.
• Evaluate financial records for compliance and effectiveness with policies.
• Identify emerging risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Support onboarding and training to promote continuous learning.
• Assess financial operations against strategic goals and advise on corrective actions.
• Review internal controls and audit trails to ensure financial integrity.
• Maintain professional certifications and licenses.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Auditing standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Master's degree preferred

Juris Doctorate preferred

Tools

TeamMate

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Data analytics tools

AI tools

Job description

Auditor II (226 Days) (RTP20260706-066)

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute audit and advisory procedures to uncover root causes, define risk exposures, and recommend solution‑driven corrective actions aligned with strategic objectives.
• 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. Acts as a trusted advisor to leadership, translating audit findings into actionable strategies.
• Provide supervisory role by mentoring and guiding less experienced staff, providing quality assurance and developmental feedback.
• 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.
• 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.
• Review internal controls and audit trails, ensuring systems are robust, secure, and capable of supporting financial integrity.
• Maintain professional certifications and licenses, ensuring continued expertise and credibility in the field.

Qualifications

• 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), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), 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.
• Proficiency with TeamMate, Microsoft Word, Excel, data analytics, and Artificial Intelligence to document work and identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Ability to write clear and conclusive audit work papers and concise narrative audit reports in a timely manner.
• Organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills required to achieve the goals of the position.