The Office of Audit Service's mission is to provide quality audit and related financial services to enhance accountability with the provision of educational, cultural, professional, and vocational services. To achieve our mission, we conduct internal audits and audits of external educational entities such as school districts, BOCES, not-for-profit organizations, and others located throughout the State that are regulated by or receive funds administered by the Department. The Office of Audit Services is also responsible for:
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Collecting, reviewing and approving audited financial statements, management letters, internal control reports, corrective actions plans and other requisite financial materials submitted to the Department by school districts and BOCES pursuant to Education Law and Commissioner's Regulations.
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Monitoring Single Audit reporting compliance in the Federal Audit Clearinghouse and reviewing Single Audit/Program-Specific Audit reporting packages for relevant audit findings.
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Administering the Department's Fraud, Waste, and Abuse system and monitoring submitted cases until they have been closed.
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Functioning as the audit liaison for performance audits conducted by the Office of the State Comptroller.
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Preparing and issuing management decisions for relevant Single Audit findings in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance).
Although the activities and assignments in which the intern will be directly engaged may vary based on existing priorities within the office, general assignments will include the review of requisite financial materials submitted to the NYSED Application Business Portal by school districts and BOCES and Single Audit reporting packages submitted to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse by applicable entities who receive federal awards passed through NYSED. To evaluate these submissions, student interns will need to review and interpret various criteria including Education Law, Commissioner's Regulation and 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance). Student interns will also need to communicate with district staff and other external parties to notify them of identified submission deficiencies and inform them of the steps needed to correct those issues. Student interns may also be asked to perform research into various topics and to assist with other projects, as needed.
Interns will gain a wealth of professional experience reviewing audited financial statements, management letters, internal control reports and corrective action plans and obtain familiarity with related Education Laws, Commissioner's Regulations and Uniform Guidance. As these reviews will require comparative analysis and frequent communication with both internal and external parties, interns will also develop more advanced analytical and communication skills. Additionally, interns will be afforded opportunities to participate in SED training events, which have previously included topics such as professional writing, conflict resolution and professional communications.
Ideal candidates will have:
- An academic background in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
- A desire to pursue a career in auditing or accounting.
- A desire to learn through experience and ability to maintain a positive attitude.
- Excellent customer service and effective communication skills.
- A sense of professional skepticism, objectivity and good judgment.
- Strong analytical skills and integrity.
- An ability to interpret and apply various rules, laws, and regulations.
Interns will coordinate their schedules with their supervisor in accordance with their availability and office needs. Working hours will generally be Monday-Friday between 9: 00am and 5:00pm, for a maximum of 29 hours per week.
To apply for this position, please send your resume, cover letter, transcript (unofficial is acceptable), and signed application to Internships@nysed.gov with the code OMS-SU24-3U in your subject line. Failure to send complete applications or follow the instructions will result in your removal from consideration for this position.
Maria Stamoulis