• Job Description

  Req#: 5299132

  Internal Audit Manager

  Location: Lewisville, TX

  Department: Finance

  Reports To: Chief Financial Officer

  About ResponsiveEd:

  ResponsiveEd is a leading public charter school operator dedicated to providing exceptional educational opportunities and fostering student success across our network of schools. Our mission is to Provide Hope for Students Through Educational Options that Promote a Free Society and Cultivate Moral and Academic Excellence. We are committed to operational excellence, fiscal responsibility, and innovative educational practices that prepare our students for a bright future. ResponsiveEd operates more than 100 tuition-free public schools, serving over 20,000 students through a family of diverse school brands including Founders Classical Academy, Ignite Community School, iSchool Virtual Academy, Premier High School, Quest Collegiate Academy, and TexasWorks.

  Job Summary:

  The Internal Audit Manager will play a crucial role in enhancing the operational efficiency, financial integrity, and overall effectiveness of ResponsiveEd. This position is responsible for conducting independent and objective audits that evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization's internal controls, risk management processes, and governance with a primary focus on financial and operational efficiency. A key focus will be on identifying opportunities for driving and demonstrating measurable cost savings, waste reduction, and ensuring optimal resource utilization to maximize our impact on student outcomes. This new role will operate as a department of one, individually leading and managing all audit projects, with the potential for future growth and the addition of resources as the function demonstrates its value.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Audit Planning & Execution:

  • Design and ensure the proper execution of audit procedures to evaluate internal controls for efficiency, effectiveness, and adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Perform audits of financial records, accounting processes, grants management, and procurement to ensure accuracy, compliance with policies, and adherence to relevant accounting standards.
  • Lead operational audits focusing on efficiency and financial impact across various organizational processes.

  • Compliance & Risk Management:

  • Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, grant requirements, and internal policies relevant to public charter schools.
  • Play a proactive and instrumental role in the development, review, and refinement of organizational policies and procedures, ensuring they effectively strengthen internal controls, mitigate risks, and align with best practices.

  • Cost & Waste Control Emphasis and Measurable Impact:

  • Proactively identify, analyze, and quantify opportunities for significant cost reduction, efficiency improvements, and waste elimination across all audited areas.
  • Develop and implement methodologies to accurately measure and track the financial impact of audit recommendations.
  • Provide actionable recommendations to management for optimizing resource allocation, achieving greater financial prudence, and delivering demonstrable, quantifiable cost savings without compromising educational quality.

  • Reporting & Communication:

  • Prepare and present clear, concise, and well-supported audit reports detailing audit scope, objectives, findings, conclusions, and practical recommendations, including the quantified impact of identified savings and efficiencies.
  • Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective remediation, including tracking the realization of cost savings.

  Qualifications:

  • Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution.
  • Master's degree (e.g., MBA, M.Acc) preferred.

  • Experience:

  • Minimum of 5-7+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related financial/operational control function, with demonstrated experience in leading audit projects.
  • Experience within the public sector, education, or non-profit organizations is preferred.
    • Demonstrated experience in evaluating both financial metrics and operational processes for financial impact.
    • Certifications (one or more preferred):
    • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
    • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
    • Skills & Abilities:
    • Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex data (both quantitative and qualitative), identify trends, detect anomalies, and draw sound conclusions.
    • Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Ability to assess complex situations, identify root causes, and develop practical, value-added solutions.
    • Excellent Communication: Superior written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences (from operational staff to senior leadership).
    • Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to build rapport, conduct interviews, and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels while maintaining independence and objectivity.
    • Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to reviewing documents, data, and processes to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
    • Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Google Workspace (especially Sheets), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Experience with Skyward or similar systems is a plus. Experience with data analytics tools is also a plus.
    • Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work independently and proactively, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
    • Proactivity and Self-Starter: Demonstrates initiative and the ability to independently identify, prioritize, and drive projects to completion with minimal supervision.
    • Integrity & Objectivity: Unwavering commitment to ethical conduct, professional skepticism, and independent judgment.
    • Understanding of Educational Landscape: Familiarity with the unique operational and regulatory environment of public charter schools is a significant advantage.

  Physical / Environmental Factors:
  
  The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsive Education Solutions considers applicants for all positions without regards to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. ResponsiveEd is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• About the company

  Responsive Education Solutions, Inc. Responsive Education Solutions is one of the largest charter school operators in the nation.

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