Manatee School District seeks Audit Committee members

MANATEE -- The Manatee County School District is seeking new members for its Audit Committee, according to a news release.

The committee, which meets six to eight times a year, recommends the appointment of the internal and external auditors; reviews the scope, plan and reports of the internal and external auditors; and assists in maintaining open communications between the selected auditors, the School Board and the district's financial management.

Those interested in serving must:

-- Live in Manatee County.

-- Be a CPA (active or retired) or had employment experience in school district financial operations.

Submit a letter expressing interest, providing contact information and providing a brief summary of their work experience.

Responses must be received in the Manatee County School District, Michele Hogan, Board Agency Clerk, P.O. Box 9069, Bradenton 34206-9069.

Respondents must refrain from soliciting any Manatee County School District Board member or district employee during the selection process. Failure to comply with this provision may result in disqualification.

This story was originally published April 28, 2016 at 9:22 AM with the headline "Manatee School District seeks Audit Committee members ."