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Auditor IV
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Texas Education Agency
MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.
Core Values
We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.
New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.
Position Overview At the Texas Education Agency (TEA) the accounting and auditing function plays a critical role in ensuring legislative funding is being spent in the best interest of the students across Texas. The Financial Compliance Auditor's primary responsibility is to conduct desk reviews of financial records for the purpose of recommending and approving appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory issues of independent school districts and open-enrollment charter schools. The duties include designing audit programs and examining, investigating, and reviewing records, reports, financial statements, information systems, and management practices of school districts and open-enrollment charters to ensure legal compliance with state and federal laws and rules and organizational policies and procedures. This position will periodically lead review teams and supervise the work of other section auditors as peers. This position works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Financial Compliance Auditor reports to the Manager of Fiscal Reviews.
Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
Application Requirements Resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants must submit to a national criminal history background check.
Essential Functions
Audits and Reviews: gather sufficient and competent evidential matter that supports well-founded findings and conclusions; utilize accounting concepts, terminology, and theories to gather audit evidence through inspection, observation, inquiries, and confirmations; ensure all relevant and reliable information is thoroughly documented in organized workpapers; prepare accurate, error-free audit reports and consistently complete audits and reviews within established timelines.
Audit Planning: research, design, plan, prepare, and modify audit programs and ensure that audit risks are identified and addressed in the audit program. Research will include new legislative laws both proposed and passed to assess the impact and future audit objectives.
Communication: communicate effectively with internal and external audiences (both written and verbal); prepare and deliver presentations on appropriate school legislation and accounting topics to school districts and open-enrollment charter personnel; provide excellent technical guidance, customer service and communication to agency personnel, school district and charter school personnel, Education Service Center (ESC) personnel, and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in advanced accounting and financial auditing work, including preparing financial statements, overseeing month-end close processes, and/or leading financial audits.
Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.
Other Qualifications
Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) accounting standards, Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, the TEA Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG), and state and federal guidelines related to annual financial reporting.
Ability to prepare audit review programs; to gather and analyze accurate and relevant audit information; to determine issues/findings and compose clear and concise audit reports; to accurately complete and assemble audit working papers; and to communicate effectively.
Evaluate accounting and management operations systems for accuracy and legal conformance.
Highly skilled in meeting the needs of a wide variety of both internal and external stakeholders; strong customer-service mindset.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to explain complex information to others.
Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize, and analyze.
Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment.
Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; meet deadlines; and engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment.
A desire to actively listen, take direction, self-reflect, give/receive feedback, continuously improve, and adapt to unexpected tasks.
Knowledge of Texas school finance is preferred.
Government fund accounting experience is strongly preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) designation, or Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) certification preferred.
Major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.
Background Check This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Government Administration
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Auditor IV
role at
Texas Education Agency
MISSION: The Texas Education Agency (TEA) will improve outcomes for all public-school students in the state by providing leadership, guidance, and support to school systems.
Core Values
We are Determined: We are committed and intentional in the pursuit of our main purpose, to improve outcomes for students.
We are People-Centered: We strive to attract, develop, and retain the most committed talent, representing the diversity of Texas, each contributing to our common vision for students.
We are Learners: We seek evidence, reflect on success and failure, and try new approaches in the pursuit of excellence for our students.
We are Servant Leaders: Above all else, we are public servants working to improve opportunities for students and provide support to those who serve them.
New hires, re-hires, and internal hires will typically receive a starting salary between the posted minimum and the average pay of employees in their same classification. Offers will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications and will thoughtfully consider internal pay equity for agency staff who perform similar duties and have similar qualifications. The top half of the posted salary range is generally reserved for candidates who exceed the requirements and qualifications for the role. The maximum of the salary range is reserved for candidates that far exceed the required and preferred qualifications for the role.
Position Overview At the Texas Education Agency (TEA) the accounting and auditing function plays a critical role in ensuring legislative funding is being spent in the best interest of the students across Texas. The Financial Compliance Auditor's primary responsibility is to conduct desk reviews of financial records for the purpose of recommending and approving appropriate action to resolve financial and regulatory issues of independent school districts and open-enrollment charter schools. The duties include designing audit programs and examining, investigating, and reviewing records, reports, financial statements, information systems, and management practices of school districts and open-enrollment charters to ensure legal compliance with state and federal laws and rules and organizational policies and procedures. This position will periodically lead review teams and supervise the work of other section auditors as peers. This position works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. The Financial Compliance Auditor reports to the Manager of Fiscal Reviews.
Flexible work location within the state of Texas may be considered for qualified candidates.
Application Requirements Resume and tailored cover letter are required attachments. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants must submit to a national criminal history background check.
Essential Functions
Audits and Reviews: gather sufficient and competent evidential matter that supports well-founded findings and conclusions; utilize accounting concepts, terminology, and theories to gather audit evidence through inspection, observation, inquiries, and confirmations; ensure all relevant and reliable information is thoroughly documented in organized workpapers; prepare accurate, error-free audit reports and consistently complete audits and reviews within established timelines.
Audit Planning: research, design, plan, prepare, and modify audit programs and ensure that audit risks are identified and addressed in the audit program. Research will include new legislative laws both proposed and passed to assess the impact and future audit objectives.
Communication: communicate effectively with internal and external audiences (both written and verbal); prepare and deliver presentations on appropriate school legislation and accounting topics to school districts and open-enrollment charter personnel; provide excellent technical guidance, customer service and communication to agency personnel, school district and charter school personnel, Education Service Center (ESC) personnel, and other stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
Experience: At least four (4) years of experience in advanced accounting and financial auditing work, including preparing financial statements, overseeing month-end close processes, and/or leading financial audits.
Substitutions: An advanced degree may substitute for two years of required experience.
Other Qualifications
Share the belief that all Texas students can achieve at high levels and are able to succeed in college, career, or the military.
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) pronouncements, Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) accounting standards, Uniform Guidance 2 CFR 200 – Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, the TEA Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG), and state and federal guidelines related to annual financial reporting.
Ability to prepare audit review programs; to gather and analyze accurate and relevant audit information; to determine issues/findings and compose clear and concise audit reports; to accurately complete and assemble audit working papers; and to communicate effectively.
Evaluate accounting and management operations systems for accuracy and legal conformance.
Highly skilled in meeting the needs of a wide variety of both internal and external stakeholders; strong customer-service mindset.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, and ability to explain complex information to others.
Ability to break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize, and analyze.
Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment.
Highly organized; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; meet deadlines; and engage in a collaborative, results-oriented team environment.
A desire to actively listen, take direction, self-reflect, give/receive feedback, continuously improve, and adapt to unexpected tasks.
Knowledge of Texas school finance is preferred.
Government fund accounting experience is strongly preferred.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) designation, or Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) certification preferred.
Major coursework in accounting, business administration, finance, economics, or a related field is strongly preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or veteran status, unless an applicant is entitled to the military employment preference.
Background Check This position requires the applicant to meet Agency standards and criteria which may include passing a pre-employment criminal background check.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Government Administration
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