Claims Auditor
This is work involving the application of internal control/fiscal accountability practices in reviewingrequests for disbursement or reimbursement of qualifying expenses. On a continuing basis, the employeemust prepare oral or write reports regarding routine reviews of payment requests or requested financialanalysis. Does related work as required or requested. The claims auditor is an exempt position for civilservice purposes and the individual serves at the pleasure of the board. The claims auditor reports to theBoard of Education/Audit Committee and works cooperatively in conjunction with the Business Manager.
Scope of Responsibilities:
Reviews payment requests for A/P invoices and expense reimbursement for accuracy and all
required supporting documents to allow for timely release of A/P checks
Communicates with affected staff regarding any issues requiring corrective action
Keeps current with NYS fiscal accountability legislation to ensure compliance andimplementation of any new requirements in daily practice
Keeps current Board of Education policy related to purchases and reimbursements
Maintains an understanding of municipal bidding requirements (NYS GML-Section 103) andinternal bidding process
Maintains familiarity with products and services available on NYS contract
Maintains familiarity with contracting requirements as covered under General Municipal Lawand/or Education Law
Maintains familiarity with internal procedures related to purchasing/expense reimbursement byfollowing current BOE policy
Maintains report of issues items noted and corrective resolution/solution
Reviews/reconciles payment control reports are necessary
Reviews no less than ten (10) employee payroll checks for accuracy per pay period. This mayinclude all salaried and hourly staff, at the auditors discretion
Review certified payroll records related to capital projects and trace to NYS Department of Laborlisted rates monthly
Special Requirements:
Knowledge of A/P payable practices, generally accepted internal control procedures, and NYS fiscal
accountability legislation. Acquires a solid knowledge base of the Districts operations prior to
promulgating deficiency reports. Discusses any deficiencies with the Audit Committee and the Business
Manager, except in instances where a deficiency may involve the Business Manager. In such a case the
Claims auditor will discuss said deficiency with the Audit Committee and or Board Officers. Ability to
communicate both oral and written instructions and reports of activity/solutions, ability to create
analytical reports and independently research issues. Ability to understand purchase and consultcontracts. Ability to comprehend Board of Education policy as it related to purchases andreimbursements.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications:
As specified by Erie County Department of Personnel/Civil Service
Associates Degree (Bachelors preferred) with a concentration in accounting or business.
Two years of experience which shall have involved preparing, reviewing or analyzing financialinformation. recblid 2kbzjbeeimkhnqjxhq5bl1lfsm7gwq