What is OAS?
OAS is the
office within the New York State Education Department that is responsible for
conducting audits of 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. Such audits provide
reasonable assurance that organizations receive their appropriate share of
funds, that funds are being used
effectively and in compliance with Department regulations and policies, and that
adequate management controls are present. OAS also
conducts
audits of internal Department operations and provides
related services for Department leadership and staff.
OAS reports to the Chief
Operating Officer
and provides periodic reports to the Regents Subcommittee on Audits,
which is composed of selected members of the Board of Regents. Members
of the Subcommittee receive a briefing
on the results of audit findings and recommendations. The Subcommittee, in turn, may
provide information or make recommendations for action to the Board of Regents and other
Regents committees, as well as to the Commissioner. OAS’ strategic goal and
performance are geared toward the Board of Regents goal statement five which states:
"Resources under our care will be used or maintained in the public interest."
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Our Vision
To be recognized as a leader
by the education community in
providing
audit and related financial
services.
Our
Mission
To provide quality audit and
related financial services
for Department leadership and
staff
to enhance accountability with
the provision of
educational, cultural,
professional, and vocational services.
Our
Guiding Principles
We will be
known for:
- timely and reliable audit
services;
- being proactive in our
audit effort;
- innovation and
responsiveness in ways to identify improvement opportunities with
processes and enhance accountability with Department resources; and
- treating everyone with
dignity and respect.
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The
Office of Audit Services (OAS)