The Education Secretariat is committed to equity and valuing the unique and diverse characteristics and experiences of every member of its workforce. We encourage an authentic workplace where colleagues show up as their full selves, where collaboration, innovation, and connections are key to realizing our mission that all children, youth, and families thrive socially, academically, and economically. We seek teammates who are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment, where everyone is valued and engaged. We encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
The School Business Services unit for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE) administers state reimbursement programs for special education expenses, and provides technical support to local school districts in the areas of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
The School Business Services unit is seeking an experienced auditor who will be responsible for establishing, monitoring and auditing various financial components of the Circuit Breaker program and Education Jobs grants.
Key Responsibilities of this role:
Plan, organize and conduct financial audits of the Commonwealth's Special Education Circuit Breaker reimbursement program and Education Jobs grants to verify accuracy and ensure full compliance with standard practices, procedures, applicable federal and state laws and regulations;
Prepare various documents and reports based on audit findings and of program and productivity information for review by unit senior staff;
Develop and create complex spreadsheets for tracking, reporting and auditing grants and Circuit Breaker claims;
Review, analyze, and manipulate data in various formats to assist with auditing procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines;
Serve as liaison between DESE units, school districts, and private special education schools to ensure efficient operations of claims process;
Plan, develop and facilitate training at the district level throughout the Commonwealth;
Assist with design and dissemination of information and presentations to local education agency groups and other involved parties;
Develop audit policies and procedures, manuals, and various audit protocol reporting forms;
Explain agency financial reports, regulations and procedures to public or private organizations;
Prepare highly technical reports and confidential information for proposed policy changes relative to specific grant and school district information, audit findings etc.;
Supervision of the claim program for assigned districts in all aspects of the program including providing technical assistance and guidance to school districts regarding grants, claim filing process, required documentation, etc.; and
Perform other duties as required.
Successful candidates will have the following experience:
Experience reviewing, reading, understanding and interpreting financial documents;
Knowledge and understanding of the principals and practices of auditing;
Knowledge and understanding of state and federal grant regulations and terms;
Experience managing and auditing budgets;
Expertise with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications;
Ability to analyze and determine applicability of financial data in relation to grant specifications;
Ability to understand, explain and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures in relation to grant specifications;
Experience gathering information by examining records and documents;
Experience creating and manipulating complex spreadsheets to analyze data;
Experience communicating effectively in oral and written expression;
Experience preparing audit and other reports and maintaining accurate records;
Demonstrated ability to deal tactfully with others; and
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.
Travel throughout the Commonwealth will be required for on-site audits and other events, as needed.
The agency is currently working a hybrid schedule requiring in-office days weekly.
Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to Dawn.E.DeRoche@mass.gov.
The Education Secretariat is committed to equity and valuing the unique and diverse characteristics and experiences of every member of its workforce. We encourage an authentic workplace where colleagues show up as their full selves, where collaboration, innovation, and connections are key to realizing our mission that all children, youth, and families thrive socially, academically, and economically. We seek teammates who are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive work environment, where everyone is valued and engaged. We encourage you to apply and identify your strengths in these areas.
The School Business Services unit for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (ESE) administers state reimbursement programs for special education expenses, and provides technical support to local school districts in the areas of accounting, auditing, budgeting, and financial reporting.
The School Business Services unit is seeking an experienced auditor who will be responsible for establishing, monitoring and auditing various financial components of the Circuit Breaker program and Education Jobs grants.
Key Responsibilities of this role:
Plan, organize and conduct financial audits of the Commonwealth's Special Education Circuit Breaker reimbursement program and Education Jobs grants to verify accuracy and ensure full compliance with standard practices, procedures, applicable federal and state laws and regulations;
Prepare various documents and reports based on audit findings and of program and productivity information for review by unit senior staff;
Develop and create complex spreadsheets for tracking, reporting and auditing grants and Circuit Breaker claims;
Review, analyze, and manipulate data in various formats to assist with auditing procedures, ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines;
Serve as liaison between DESE units, school districts, and private special education schools to ensure efficient operations of claims process;
Plan, develop and facilitate training at the district level throughout the Commonwealth;
Assist with design and dissemination of information and presentations to local education agency groups and other involved parties;
Develop audit policies and procedures, manuals, and various audit protocol reporting forms;
Explain agency financial reports, regulations and procedures to public or private organizations;
Prepare highly technical reports and confidential information for proposed policy changes relative to specific grant and school district information, audit findings etc.;
Supervision of the claim program for assigned districts in all aspects of the program including providing technical assistance and guidance to school districts regarding grants, claim filing process, required documentation, etc.; and
Perform other duties as required.
Successful candidates will have the following experience:
Experience reviewing, reading, understanding and interpreting financial documents;
Knowledge and understanding of the principals and practices of auditing;
Knowledge and understanding of state and federal grant regulations and terms;
Experience managing and auditing budgets;
Expertise with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications;
Ability to analyze and determine applicability of financial data in relation to grant specifications;
Ability to understand, explain and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures in relation to grant specifications;
Experience gathering information by examining records and documents;
Experience creating and manipulating complex spreadsheets to analyze data;
Experience communicating effectively in oral and written expression;
Experience preparing audit and other reports and maintaining accurate records;
Demonstrated ability to deal tactfully with others; and
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.
Travel throughout the Commonwealth will be required for on-site audits and other events, as needed.
The agency is currently working a hybrid schedule requiring in-office days weekly.
Questions regarding this position or the application process should be directed to Dawn.E.DeRoche@mass.gov.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) one year must have been in supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or business management may be substitute for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.
Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience. No substitution will be allowed for the required (B) experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, of which at least (B) one year must have been in supervisory, administrative or managerial capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions:
I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.
II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration, or business management may be substitute for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.
Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.
NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience. No substitution will be allowed for the required (B) experience.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics?Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.