The School Board of Polk County

Job Description Position Title: Analyst, Internal Auditor, School Board FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Grade, if non-union: SG18 Pay Grade, if union: Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement: Non-Union

Our Mission:

The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to changes and business necessity.

Custom Job Purpose:

This position exists to provide independent appraisals as a service to the School Board by providing information encompassing the adequacy and effectiveness of the district's system of internal controls and the quality of performance in carrying out Board assigned responsibilities. The School Board Internal Auditor will furnish the School Board with analyses, evaluations, recommendations, counsel and information concerning the activities reviewed.

Essential Functions of this Job:

Responsible for all internal auditing activities assigned by the Senior Internal Auditor and established by the Board. Plans or assists the Senior Internal Auditor in preparing the audit programs. Examines and evaluates financial records and operational areas to ensure conformity with generally accepted accounting principles, Federal and State laws, Board Rules, administrative directives, procedure manuals, and best business practices. Performs financial, operational and performance audits and special reviews. Evaluates a system's effectiveness and efficiency through the application of the auditor's knowledge of business systems. Prepares written audit reports and discusses the report with the appropriate administrators.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job: Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Considerable knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices, and their application to all School Board functions. Ability to gain considerable knowledge of School Board operation and accounting procedures. Knowledge of computerized accounting and proficiency with personal computer spreadsheet applications. Ability to perform auditing duties involving written or numeric data. Ability to establish and

maintain effective working relationships with School Board personnel. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, or related field. Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor preferred. Minimum of five years accounting experience preferred. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.

Work Context:

Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with internal and external contacts, and with the public.

Physical Environment:

Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects infrequently weighing up to 20 pounds.

Local Code: 0368 EEO5: 44 Approval Date: 2012-11-13 Date Last Revised:

The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.