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Atlanta Public Schools · 13 hours ago

Internal Audit Manager

Atlanta Public Schools is seeking an Internal Audit Manager to provide leadership and oversight for internal audit activities. This role includes conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits, as well as collaborating with stakeholders to enhance internal controls and mitigate risks.

Primary/Secondary Education
Hiring Manager
Leshandra Martin
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Responsibilities

Provide leadership and direct supervision to Lead Internal Auditors, including review of audit work papers, reports, and recommendations for compliance with audit standards
Plan, conduct, and oversee financial, operational, and compliance audits to evaluate internal controls, risk management, and efficiency of operations
Assist with the development and implementation of annual audit plans aligned to district priorities and risk assessments
Analyze financial and operational data to identify risks, fraud, or inefficiencies and propose improvement solutions
Prepare detailed audit reports, including findings, recommendations, and management responses, and present results to leadership and stakeholders
Ensure the internal audit function operates in accordance with professional auditing standards and applicable laws, regulations, and district policies
Provide consulting and advisory services to departments to strengthen internal controls and enhance operational effectiveness
Train, coach, and evaluate audit staff to enhance professional development and maintain high-quality audit performance
Collaborate with external auditors, regulatory agencies, and district leadership as needed
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging audit practices, standards, and regulatory requirements
Required to have prompt, regular attendance in person and be available to work on-site during regular business hours and as needed
Perform other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or their representative

Qualification

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP)Internal auditing standardsGovernmental accountingAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office SuiteProject managementLeadershipCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsConfidentiality

Required

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or related field from an accredited college or university required
Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation, or ability to attend off-site meetings, required
5 years of progressive experience in internal or external auditing, accounting, finance, or a related field required
Supervisory or team leadership role required

Preferred

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) preferred (or actively pursuing certification)
Experience in K–12 education or public sector preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Visio and data analysis software preferred
Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and financial software preferred

Company

Atlanta Public Schools

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Atlanta Public Schools is committed to raising the bar for our nearly 50,000 students across 87 schools.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Jaymes Hambrick Taylor
Chief Executive Officer
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Tasharah Wilson
Principal and CEO
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