Office of Audit Services - Our 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:
- 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.
- Monitoring Single Audit reporting compliance in the Federal Audit Clearinghouse and reviewing Single Audit/Program-Specific Audit reporting packages for relevant audit findings.
- Administering the Department's Fraud, Waste, and Abuse system and monitoring submitted cases until they have been closed.
- Functioning as the audit liaison for performance audits conducted by the Office of the State Comptroller.
- Preparing and issuing management decisions for relevant Single Audit findings in accordance with 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance)
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.
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- 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
The anticipated number of hours will be based on the student's availability and interns will coordinate their schedules with their supervisor in accordance with their availability and office needs. Total hours for the 2024 Fall semester will not to exceed 20 hours per week. Although exceptions can be considered, available working hours will generally be Monday-Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm.
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Undergraduate students will be paid $15/hour and graduate students will be paid $18/hour. For all offices located in NYC or Westchester, Suffolk, or Nassau Counties, undergraduate students will be paid $16.00/hour and graduate students will be paid $19.00/hour.Ìý
Qualified candidates should email a cover letter, resume, transcript (student copy is acceptable), and completed internship application to internships@nysed.gov. Please include the Assignment Number (OMS-FA-24-12 & 17) in the subject line of your email to reference this assignment.Ìý
Failure to send complete application materials via email will result in your removal from our consideration.Ìý
Maria Stamoulis