MANAGER INTERNAL AUDIT en Atlanta Public Schools

POSITION SUMMARY

The Internal Audit Manager provides leadership, oversight, and quality assurance for internal audit activities, including supervising an Internal Auditor and reviewing audit workpapers to ensure compliance with professional standards and guidelines. This role is responsible for conducting and managing financial, operational, and compliance audits; providing consulting and advisory services; and delivering recommendations that strengthen internal controls, mitigate risks, and improve organizational efficiency. The position collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to promote accountability, transparency, and effective risk management across the district.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• EDUCATION
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Management Information Systems, or related field from an accredited college or university required.
  • Additional years of relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.
  CERTIFICATION:
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certi?ed Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Internal Audit Practitioner (IAP) preferred (or actively pursuing certification).
  • Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation, or ability to attend off-site meetings, required.
  WORK EXPERIENCE:
  • 5 years of progressive experience in internal or external auditing, accounting, finance, or a related field required.
  • Supervisory or team leadership role required
  • Experience in K–12 education or public sector preferred

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and evaluate audit staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Knowledge of governmental accounting and generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Ability to remain objective, exercise sound professional judgment, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to evaluate complex data and identify risks, fraud indicators, and control gaps.
• Procfiency 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.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports and present findings to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and build trust with district leaders, staff, and external partners.

• 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.

Vision: Ability to read small print and view a computer screen for prolonged periods.

Hearing: Ability to tolerate exposure to noisy conditions

Speech: Ability to be understood in face-to-face communications, to speak with a level of proficiency and volume to be understood over a telephone or computer.

Upper Body Mobility: Ability to use hands to grasp and manipulate small objects; manipulate fingers, twist and bend at wrist and elbow; extend arms to reach outward and upward; use hands and arms to lift objects; turn, raise, and lower head.

Strength: Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects which weigh as much as 15 or more pounds on a frequent basis.

Environmental Requirements: Ability to encounter constant work interruptions; work cooperatively with others; work independently; work indoors.

Mental Requirements: Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level essential for successful job performance; math skills at a high school proficiency level; judgement and the ability to process information quickly; learn quickly and follow verbal procedures and standards; give verbal instruction; rank tasks in order of importance; copy, compare, compile and coordinate information and records. Understand how to manage stress

Additional Work Conditions & Physical Abilities:  Will require travel to multiple sites.

The Atlanta Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex,citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties. 

This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities and requirements of the position.  It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.  Management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. 

COMPENSATION:
Salary Grade: 133
Salary Range: APS Compensation Scale
Work Year: ANNUAL (252 days)