School Finance Internal Auditor & Controls Lead

Rowan-Salisbury School System; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan-Salisbury Schools is seeking an Internal Auditor to plan, coordinate, and conduct audits of district financial activities, ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and procedures. This role supports the external audit and guides school treasurers and administrators on internal controls and finance processes.

The successful candidate will work with the Executive Director of Finance, provide training, and help improve financial systems and procedures across campuses in Salisbury, NC.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible school finance, accounting, auditing, or financial management experience may be considered.
• North Carolina public school finance experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications required.
• Experience with Sylogist financial software and School Funds Online preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and conduct periodic risk-informed internal audits of school and district financial records, transactions, and procedures.
• Examine documentation and evaluate internal controls, cash handling, segregation of duties, recordkeeping, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Identify discrepancies, control weaknesses, and opportunities for improvement; document findings and recommended corrective actions in written audit reports.
• Communicate audit results to appropriate administrators and Finance leadership; conduct follow-up reviews to verify corrective actions.
• Promptly report significant financial irregularities, suspected fraud, misuse of funds, or material control weaknesses through established district reporting procedures, maintaining confidentiality and preserving supporting documentation.
• Conduct special audits, reviews, or investigations as assigned, within established district procedures and appropriate reporting channels.
• Maintain complete, organized, secure audit workpapers and records.
• Review bank reconciliations and monthly/quarterly tax reports for accuracy.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Audit planning

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree in Accounting/Finance/related

Equivalent combo of education and experience

NC public school finance experience preferred

Tools

Sylogist

School Funds Online

MS Office

Job description

Rowan-Salisbury Schools is seeking an Internal Auditor to plan, coordinate, and conduct audits of district financial activities, ensuring compliance with laws, policies, and procedures. This role supports the external audit and guides school treasurers and administrators on internal controls and finance processes.

The successful candidate will work with the Executive Director of Finance, provide training, and help improve financial systems and procedures across campuses in Salisbury, NC.