What are the responsibilities and job description for the Internal Audit Intern position at Cincinnati Public Schools?
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
.
Missio
n: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 student
s.
Visi
on: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 potenti
al.
Who We S
eek: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 t
eam.
Position Over
view: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 mento
ring.
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 Cinci
nnati.
Essential Duties & Responsibi
- lities:Participate in select internal audit projects, including financial, compliance, and operational
- auditsAssist in the execution of internal audit pro
- ceduresUtilize Microsoft Excel extensively for data analysis, processing, and reporting purposes in audit p
- rojectsDemonstrate creative thinking and individual ini
- tiativePerform various duties such as understanding routine audit processes, testing controls, and performing substantive pro
- ceduresAnalyze evidence, prepare written communications, and interact with client personnel and district stake
- holdersAssist with researching, identifying, documenting, and providing process information during internal audit enga
- gementsUnderstand how to operate effectively in a regulated envi
- ronmentClearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, engagement history, and planned audit a
- pproachPerform other duties as a
ssigned
Required Knowledge, Skills & Ab
- ilities:Willing and able to learn and work independently with minimal supervision, as well as take ownership and pride in work
- productDemonstrates analytical and problem-solvin
- g skillsIntermediate or advanced abilities in word processing, spreadsheet, and database appl
- icationsEffective organization and time management skills, with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to project d
- eadlinesIntegrity within a professional env
- ironmentProficient in the English language, including the ability to listen, understand, read, and communicate effectively both in writing and verbally in a professional env
ironment
Education & Ex
- perience:Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in accounting and/or a closely related field (such as finance, business information systems, or business analytics) is
- requiredA strong academic record, including, without limitation, coursework that Cincinnati Public Schools deems relevant to this
- positionPrior internship or professional experience is
- preferredMeeting at least one (1) certification qualification criterion upon graduation is preferred (CPA, CIA, CISA, CFE or other recognized relevant certi
fication)Employment Pr
- ovisions:Type of Contract: 0.5 full-time equival
- ent (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 rem
ote work.
Salary: Civil Service Unrepresented (paid
position)**Salary will be based on extent of qualifications and relevant e
xperiences