HFM BOCES is looking for a temporary part-time, 1-3 hours per week, Claims Auditor.
Section 1724 of the Education Law requires school districts to audit each voucher packet before it is paid. Therefore, pursuant to 1709.20 (a) of the Education Law, the Board has determined to appoint a Claims Auditor.
The Claims Auditor is responsible for formally examining, allowing or rejecting all accounts, charges, claims or demands against HFM BOCES and shall provide periodic written reports as may be requested by the Board.
This position is exempt from Civil Service.
The Claims Auditor serves at the pleasure of the Board and is directly responsible to the Board of Education. The Claims Auditor, while not responsible to the District Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, Chief Financial Officer, or Business Office staff, shall work cooperatively with these staff members in the best interests of the BOCES.
The Claims Auditor may not be:
? A member of the Board
? The Board Clerk or Treasurer of the BOCES
? The District Superintendent
? Any official of the BOCES responsible for business management
? The Purchasing Agent
? Clerical or professional personnel directly involved in accounting or purchasing functions of the BOCES, or under the direct supervision of the District Superintendent
? The individual or entity responsible for the Internal Audit function
? The independent auditor responsible for the annual external audit