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Financial Program Compliance Specialist

Internal Auditor Officer

Recruitment #26-004375-0001

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Introduction

The Maryland State Department of Education is dedicated to supporting a world-class educational system that prepares all students for college and career success in the 21st century. With excellent stewardship from our divisions, we oversee State and federal programs that support the needs of a diverse population – students, teachers, principals, and other educators throughout Maryland.

GRADE

STD0018
$76,608.00 - $109,422 with progression to $120,814.00/year
State Salary Guidelines may apply

LOCATION OF POSITION

Nancy S. Grasmick Education Building
200 W. Baltimore Street 
Baltimore, MD 21201

Hybrid schedule available (up to 3 telework days permitted each week)

POSITION DUTIES

The main purpose of this position is to conduct and oversee financial and procurement reviews of the Child Nutrition Programs and provide highly specialized technical assistance and consultation as part of an interdisciplinary team that provides a comprehensive assessment, training and program development schematic to build and enhance the financial capacity of education systems and Sponsoring Agencies operating the Child Nutrition Programs throughout Maryland.

Duties include, but are not limited to: 
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts bank account reconciliation reviews of sponsoring organizations that participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program using federal and state standards, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) guidelines, and other accounting/auditing pronouncements.
• Leads, coordinates, and conducts procurement reviews of LEAs that participate in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program using federal and state standards.
• Leads an interdisciplinary team to assess the needs, provide resources, and build capacity of the agencies participating in the Child Nutrition Programs.
• Assess the needs, provide resources, and build the financial capacity of the agencies participating in the Child Nutrition Programs.
• Evaluates compliance of LEAs and Sponsoring Organizations to make recommendations for program improvements and report these findings to Section Chief and other Office Section teams.
• Attends workshops and training sessions provided by the MSDE and the USDA to remain current on regulatory and policy issues, and current management practices.
• Evaluates Child Nutrition Programs financial effectiveness through complete and thorough assessment and review activities.
• Assist with creating assessment instruments based on requirements detailed in Federal and State regulations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   A Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with 30 credit hours in accounting and related courses, including or supplemented by 3 credit hours in auditing.

Experience: Four years of experience conducting financial and operational internal audits that include elements for finance and compliance, economy and efficiency, and program results.

Notes:

1. Applicants who have met the requirements for admission to the CPA examination prior to July 1,1974 will be considered to have met the educational requirement referenced above.

2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor or a master’s degree in accounting from an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.

3. Candidates may substitute one year of professional accounting experience for one year of the required experience.

4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in Internal Review classifications or Auditing specialty codes in the Financial or Auditing fields of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications. 

  • Knowledge of federal laws and regulations governing federal Child Nutrition Programs.
  • Experience in organizing, developing, and conducting technical assistance and training programs.
  • Experience analyzing information and developing reports for directors and upper level management.
  • Experience conducting program evaluations and/or assessment reviews of institutions or organizations

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must consent to State and FBI (CJIS) background check as a routine procedure for all MSDE employees.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be in effect for at least one year.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

It is preferred that applicants complete the MD State Government online application for employment. The application must clearly demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for the position. If you are unable to apply online, paper applications can be obtained from the link below and mailed to MSDE Human Resources Branch, 200 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. If there is a supplemental questionnaire, this must be completed and sent in with your paper application, if you are unable to apply online.

All application materials must be received in our office by the closing date. Postmarks will not be accepted. Applications must be complete to be considered including all related job duties, even if those are also listed on an attached resume. Additional required materials may be uploaded with the online application or mailed to the Human Resources Branch address listed above.

Inquiries can be made to 410-767-0012, TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay. Appropriate accommodations can be made for individuals with disabilities.

If you have difficulty with your user account or have general questions about this online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850. TTY Users: Call via Maryland Relay.

Proof of eligibility to work is required in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Any misrepresentation of academic or experience requirements for this position may result in non-selection or termination of employment.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Click on a link below to apply for this position:

Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. Apply Online
View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here.
Apply via Paper Application. You may also download and complete the Paper Application here.

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