Request for Proposal - Governmental Audit Services

The selected firm will provide an audit of the financial records, on an individual fund basis, in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Governmental Accounting Standards Board guidelines and pronouncements, the Minimum Standards as defined in ORS 297, and the Single Audit Act of 1984, resulting in the expression of an opinion in the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR). The audit shall be performed in accordance with standards promulgated by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and shall inquire into principles of accounting, methods of operations, and compliance with regulations as identified by rule of the Oregon Secretary of State. The Auditor will schedule the annual fieldwork beginning after September 30 each year, and RVCOG expects a completion date as far in advance of the December 31 due date as possible. The Auditor shall advise on the interpretation of, and assist with implementation on request, with the application of applicable GASB standards, and shall prepare a letter of recommendation to management covering the review of the adequacy of internal accounting controls and other audit procedures.