Professional Auditing Services

Beaufort County is seeking a qualified independent auditor to perform an audit in accordance with the specifications outlined in this Request for Proposal (RFP). The audit will include a financial audit opinion, a management letter, and other applicable reports. The auditor will be expected to advise the County staff on the applicability of accounting and reporting standards as they become effective. The audit firm will be responsible for complying with the requirements of the Local Government Commission for submitting the audit and all associated documents and forms. Key aspects of the job include: • Performing a financial audit in accordance with the laws and regulations of the State of North Carolina • Providing a management letter to the County Commissioners after completion of the audit • Assisting management in implementing recommendations • Providing guidance on the completion of certain schedules/documents • Meeting deadlines for the completion of the audit, including interim fieldwork and year-end fieldwork • Presenting the audit report to the County Council • Complying with the requirements of the Local Government Commission The County is looking for an auditor with sufficient governmental accounting and auditing experience, and the ability to apply auditing procedures necessary to render an opinion as to the basic financial statements. The auditor will be expected to have knowledge of and relationship with the NC Local Government Commission and the University Of North Carolina School Of Government in Chapel Hill.