Description
Jacksonville Port Authority is seeking a Certified Public Accounting firm to perform an external audit of its financial statements and a “single audit” for compliance with 2 CFR 200 and the Florida Single Audit Act for FY 2025‑2028. The work must be performed on‑site, follow GAAS and Government Auditing Standards, and deliver a full suite of audit reports and supporting schedules. The contract is a three‑year fixed‑price agreement with optional one‑year renewals.
• Audit the general‑purpose financial statements for FY 2025‑2028 and issue an opinion in accordance with GAAS.
• Conduct compliance testing for federal grant requirements (Uniform Guidance) and the Florida Single Audit Act, delivering required schedules and reports.
• Provide on‑site fieldwork (6‑8 weeks per year), maintain work‑papers for five years, and supply a management letter, internal‑control report, and other mandated deliverables.
• Required firm qualifications include ≥5 years of governmental audit experience, CPA licensing in Florida, and no ownership ties to prohibited foreign entities.
• Fixed‑price fee must be submitted for each fiscal year; no hourly billing.
• Preferred regional presence with ability to staff on‑site; familiarity with Microsoft Great Plains ERP (upgrade planned FY 2028) is advantageous.