Description
Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) is Greater Cincinnati's largest, and Ohio's second largest school district, serving about 35,000 students (preschool to 12th grade) in 66 schools across a 91-square-mile district in southwest Ohio.
Our district’s innovative approach, investment in caring educators, and strong community partnerships have led to unprecedented academic success, ensuring students from preschool to 12th grade thrive and graduate ready for life.
Mission
We are a community of students, educators, families, staff, and citizens working together to provide high-quality learning and equitable opportunities that make lifelong learning and true sustainable economic mobility possible for each of our students.
Vision
Cincinnati Public Schools will be a system of excellent schools where each and every student is valued, supported, empowered, and prepared to pursue their fullest potential.
Who We Seek
CPS seeks passionate, innovative, and culturally competent professionals dedicated to positively impacting our students and families. If you're committed to excellence and want to make a difference, we invite you to join our team.
Position Overview
The Cincinnati Public Schools Internal Audit Internship program provides an introduction to internal auditing through real-world experiences and in-depth exposure to the auditing profession. You will learn more about the day-to-day responsibilities of an internal auditor and interact with the audit clients through engagement tasks. The Internal Audit Intern will work with the Internal Audit team, who will provide continuous coaching and personalized mentoring.
Cincinnati Public Schools is seeking an individual who is results-oriented and a self-starter with a proven history of leadership via campus organizations, employment, or volunteer positions. Not only will the Internal Audit Internship position allow you to engage in meaningful work, which will supplement your classroom education, but you will also become a social change agent by guiding the district in the betterment of the students and future leaders of Cincinnati.
Employment Provisions
Type of Contract: 0.5 full-time equivalent (FTE)
This is a part-time position requiring approximately 15-20 hours per week, Monday through Friday. This position offers flexibility to work around class schedules as well as potential remote work.
Salary: Civil Service Unrepresented (paid position)*
*Salary will be based on extent of qualifications and relevant experiences
Application Link
This posting is not considered an official application and will not be actively monitored. Please complete the official application via this link to be considered for this role: https://cpsboeoh.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5402329
Cincinnati Public Schools does not discriminate based on age, race, ethnicity, color, national origin or ancestry, cultural background, religious creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital/registered domestic partner status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, primary language, citizenship or immigration status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
Requirements
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Participate in select internal audit projects, including financial, compliance, and operational audits
- Assist in the execution of internal audit procedures
- Utilize Microsoft Excel extensively for data analysis, processing, and reporting purposes in audit projects
- Demonstrate creative thinking and individual initiative
- Perform various duties such as understanding routine audit processes, testing controls, and performing substantive procedures
- Analyze evidence, prepare written communications, and interact with client personnel and district stakeholders
- Assist with researching, identifying, documenting, and providing process information during internal audit engagements
- Understand how to operate effectively in a regulated environment
- Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, engagement history, and planned audit approach
- Perform other duties as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Willing and able to learn and work independently with minimal supervision, as well as take ownership and pride in work product
- Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills
- Intermediate or advanced abilities in word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications
- Effective organization and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project deadlines
- Integrity within a professional environment
- Proficient in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read, and communicate effectively both in writing and verbally in a professional environment
Education & Experience
- Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or a closely related field (such as finance, business information systems, or business analytics) is required
- A strong academic record, including, without limitation, coursework that Cincinnati Public Schools deems relevant to this position
- Prior internship or professional experience is preferred
- Meeting at least one (1) certification qualification criterion upon graduation is preferred (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or other recognized relevant certification)
